Driver I - Sumner, WA - Starting at $26.50 DOE

Wurth Louis and Company•Sumner, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Class C Driver/Warehouse role where you will be responsible for local deliveries and will be home every night. The role offers flexibility and involves preparing the truck for operation, inspecting the truck, delivering orders, maintaining communication with the company, documenting deliveries, increasing customer satisfaction, informing customers of new products and services, maintaining truck maintenance and driving records, updating job knowledge, operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment, maintaining a safe driving record, performing occasional warehouse and counter duties, and maintaining proficiency in computerized systems. When not driving, responsibilities include assisting in receiving and inspecting incoming items, pulling inventory, packing products for delivery, completing basic paperwork for shipping and receiving, performing janitorial duties, and operating motorized carts/forklifts.

Requirements

Delivers superior customer service
Able to read a map and accurately plan a route
Accuracy and attention to detail
Professional demeanor
Able to handle difficult customers with diplomacy and tact
Capable of following written instructions and documented procedures
Recognizes and understands product numbers and alpha/numeric codes
Working knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations
Effective listening, verbal and written communication skills
Operates forklifts in compliance with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) requirements
Lift/carry/maneuver heavy material or equipment (up to 75lbs)
Pass a drug screen and background check
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Requires the ability to read and write in English and to understand numerical and alphabetical sequences.
Requires the ability to complete forms and order parts.
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds, climb ladders and spend significant periods of time each day in physical labor.
Must be certified as a forklift operator within 60 calendar days of start date.
Requires good skills in the use of tools required to perform assigned job responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Prefer a minimum six months-related warehouse experience.
Prefer experience in operating a stock picker and/or forklift.
Distribution industry preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare truck for operation by assisting in and overseeing the loading of trucks, securing of items and verifying the accuracy of shipping papers
Inspect truck tires, lights, brakes, fluids, etc. to ensure safe and cost-effective performance with preventive maintenance in mind
Deliver orders via the most effective route to ensure complete orders are delivered according to established time frames and customers’ needs
Maintain communication with company during deliveries to ensure any updated instructions are received
Document delivery, accuracy and receipt of orders by the customer according to company directives and report any discrepancies to company
Increase customer satisfaction by collecting information, feedback on service and resolving complaints per company policy; communicate information back to company
Inform customers of new products and services that can increase customer satisfaction and sales
Maintain and monitor truck maintenance and driving record requirements, and maintain required documents for safety, security and quality processes
Update job knowledge
Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment as required
Maintain a safe driving record free of violations
Perform occasional warehouse and counter duties
Maintain proficiency in computerized systems and other technologies as required
Follow company policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned
Assist in receiving and inspecting incoming items/products. Ensures proper placement of products in the warehouse according to established guidelines and/or instructions from Supervisor.
Pull inventory for stock, inspect and pack products for delivery. Verify inventories, maintain organization of products in the rack base and perform other miscellaneous stocking duties, as requested. Checks order for accurate and proper documentation.
Assist in completing basic paperwork relative to shipping and receiving tasks. This includes preparing necessary documentation regarding weight and freight cost on the order and properly labeling and documenting any hazardous material packages.
Perform janitorial duties as assigned to keep work area clean.
Operate motorized cart/forklift and perform other related job duties, as required or requested by the Company.