Distribution Center Driver

AWC, Inc.•St. George, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Distribution Center Driver, you will play an important role in the day-to-day operation of our warehouse and distribution activities. You will support receiving, put-away, inventory accuracy, picking, packing, shipping, cycle counts, and customer deliveries. Your attention to detail, commitment to safety, and focus on customer service will help ensure materials are handled accurately and delivered efficiently while supporting an organized and productive distribution center.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience operating a forklift and other warehouse material-handling equipment
Ability to safely lift, push, pull, stand, stoop, kneel, squat, and reach throughout the workday
Ability to safely move and/or lift parts weighing up to 45 pounds
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to inventory accuracy, quality, and safe work practices
Ability to provide professional, responsive customer service to customers, sales representatives, and internal team members
Meet productivity expectations while consistently adhering to safety policies
Demonstrated reliability, including regular attendance and punctuality
Self-motivated with a sense of urgency and the flexibility to work extended hours when business needs require
Ability to successfully complete applicable pre-employment requirements, including a physical, drug screen, and motor vehicle record check

Nice To Haves

2 + years of experience in a warehouse, distribution center, logistics, or similar environment
Previous commercial or delivery driving experience
Experience making deliveries to chemical plants, refineries, paper mills, or other industrial facilities
Experience with warehouse management, ERP, inventory, or order-fulfillment systems

Responsibilities

Receive and unload motor freight, UPS, and other incoming shipments safely and accurately
Complete stock put-away activities and maintain appropriate inventory slotting locations
Pick, pack, weigh, and process outbound shipments accurately and efficiently
Print delivery tickets, pull materials for fulfillment, and verify purchase order notes and material requirements
Prepare bills of lading and other required documentation for motor freight shipments
Coordinate carrier pickups and safely load outbound motor freight shipments
Coordinate and document customer will-call orders to ensure accurate and timely pickup
Maintain warehouse inventory organization, accuracy, and general housekeeping standards
Participate in required quarterly physical inventory counts and cycle-count activities
Receive and verify purchase orders and confirm sales orders within AWC’s internal .NET system
Operate company vehicles and material-handling equipment safely and in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations
Complete local customer deliveries safely, accurately, and professionally while representing AWC in a positive manner
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned