Truck Driver / Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Truck Driver / Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for shipping, receiving, and delivering supplies, materials and equipment, and maintaining inventory control and records. Keeping warehouse organized to ensure warehouse is kept clean and orderly.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· Operate a forklift or pallet jack to load and unload freight

· Non-CDL driver with experience driving a Box Truck

· Load, transport, and deliver items to customers or businesses in a timely, friendly, and courteous manner

· Assist with loading and unloading items from vehicles without interfering with operations at customer’s place of business

· Review orders before and after delivery to ensure that orders are complete, and the customer is satisfied

· Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure the truck is running efficiently

· Take and follow directions from supervisor, adhere to assigned routes, follow time schedules

· Abide by all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record

· Verify quantity and quality of order received against the packing slip

· Document and prepare damage claims for supervisor’s review and signature

· Review all shipping documents to verify they are accurate and complete

· Maintains inventory of shipping materials and supplies

· Package, wrap and secure product for shipment

· Applies Labels and other identifying information and shipping instructions onto crates or containers

· Stock shelves and rotate inventory

· Use power tools or hand tools to assemble wooden crates or cardboard containers

· Operate computer software to enter product into warehouse storage and remove inventory when shipped

· Demonstrate excellent customer service skills when providing or receiving information from customers

· Must be able to clearly communicate with fellow team members

· Maintain a clean and safe working environment

- Must work well with others as part of team and be committed to providing our customers with excellent experience

- Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications, Skills & Education Requirements:

• Requires a valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to pass drug test, pre-hire physical and DOT Certification
• Verifiable Box Truck Driving experience of 2 years
• An equivalent combination of aptitude, education, certification and or experienced body of knowledge that will meet our requirements.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for moving freight and materials
• Basic Math skills are required
• Knowledge of laws and regulations - EPA, DOT, and OSHA
• Data entry experience and the ability to access information on a computer software
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
• Keen eye for detail
• Previous experience with handling, storing, and shipping materials
• Must be able to operate a forklift, pallet jack or other material handling equipment
• Must be able to maintain an excellent attendance record
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills when communicating with customers
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are as described; while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to varied temperatures due to working in a non-air-conditioned facility. In addition, the employee is regularly exposed to oil, grease, dust, odors, fumes, loud noise environment, and may work near moving mechanical parts. The work environment is not climate controlled.

• Ability to lift/push/pull weight from 10 to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand/walk/move for up to 10 hours
• Must be able to perform movements such as lifting, pulling, pushing, bending, stooping, standing, and walking. Must be able to climb up and down, as well as work using a ladder
• Employee is regularly working near moving mechanical parts
• Ability to work in dusty and dirty conditions
• Ability to stoop, lift and move objects; stand and walk continuously throughout an 8 hour or more shift