Driver

Warehouse Driver (1st Shift)

This role combines local box truck driving with hands-on warehouse work on a first shift schedule. You will load and unload box trucks, complete local deliveries, and spend a significant portion of your time in the warehouse handling inventory. In the warehouse, you will depalletize and store materials, pull parts and supply production lines, use digital systems to track inventory, and operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, ladders, and occasionally a sit-down forklift. The position requires regular manual lifting up to 45 pounds, standing for the duration of the shift, and preparing short written reports when needed. A commercial drivers license (CDL) is not required, but a DOT physical and motor vehicle record (MVR) check are required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload box trucks safely and efficiently for local deliveries.
• Drive a box truck locally for a portion of the shift, maintaining a clean and safe driving record.
• Work in the warehouse when not driving, including depalletizing and putting inventory away in designated locations.
• Pull parts and materials and supply production lines according to work orders and schedules.
• Use computer-based inventory systems to track materials, maintain accurate records, and complete digital transactions.
• Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, ladders, and occasionally a sit-down forklift in a safe manner.
• Break down cardboard boxes using appropriate cutting tools and dispose of materials according to facility procedures.
• Use RF scanners to scan and track inventory movements and verify shipments and receipts.
• Perform general warehouse tasks including picking, packing, shipping, and receiving as needed.
• Stand for the duration of the shift and manually lift up to 45 pounds on a regular basis.
• Prepare and send short written reports when requested, documenting inventory, deliveries, or other operational details.
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures, including passing and maintaining required DOT physical and MVR standards.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of box truck driving experience with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR); MVR check will be administered.
• At least 1 year of experience in inventory, warehouse, picking/packing, receiving, or forklift operations.
• Experience using RF scanners to track and manage inventory.
• Strong computer literacy with the ability to use digital inventory tracking systems confidently.
• Ability to stand for the entire shift.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds manually on a regular basis.
• Demonstrated reliability with at least 1 year of tenure or longevity with past employers, ideally in a warehouse role.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and MVR check.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous clerk experience in a warehouse, shipping/receiving, or inventory environment is a plus.
• Experience in general labor, shipping, and receiving operations is beneficial.
• Comfort working in a facility that is not climate controlled.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a supportive, small-shop atmosphere with the stability of a well-run operation. The facility operates on a first-shift schedule only, promoting predictable hours and work-life balance. Team members have access to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance options. There is a clear pathway for pay increases, including a scheduled raise after 90 days and ongoing efforts to enhance overall compensation.

Work Environment

This is a first-shift role, Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with additional hours on Friday as needed, typically 6 to 8 hours. The operation runs only on first shift, providing consistent daytime work. The work takes place in a warehouse facility that is not climate controlled, so temperatures may vary with the seasons. You will regularly use material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, ladders, RF scanners, and occasionally a sit-down forklift, along with digital inventory systems on computers. The environment is hands-on, active, and requires standing for the full shift and frequent lifting up to 45 pounds.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Elkhart, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37440.00 - $37440.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

- Medical, Dental, Vision - STD, LTD, Life Insurance, etc. - Small mom/pop shop feel facility - 1st shift only operation - $0.50 raise after 90 days