Driver - Multiple Shifts Available

DSV•Fort Wayne, IN

2d•$27 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The CDL Shuttle Driver operates a semi-tractor trailer to transport products between a plant and a warehouse, following safety, quality, and operational instructions. The role works under the direction of a shift supervisor and/or shift team leader. Drivers are being hired for multiple schedules: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM; Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM; Monday–Thursday, 8:00 PM–6:30 AM; Thursday–Sunday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM; or Thursday–Sunday, 6:00 PM–4:30 AM. The position also includes warehouse and yard activities such as receiving and storing shipments, picking and preparing orders, moving products to production lines or docks, maintaining inventory records, and operating material-handling equipment. The driver inspects equipment and performs minor maintenance, supports facility upkeep and security, and follows applicable company, site, safety, and quality requirements. Overtime may be required or voluntary as business needs dictate.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Six months of experience in a logistics, distribution, or relevant environment.
Ability to operate material-handling equipment (MHE).
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
Ability to work in unregulated warehouse temperatures, which may range from mild to moderate during warmer and colder months.
Maintain an active forklift certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain a neat and orderly storage lot to support efficient customer service.
Keep records of trailer numbers and vehicle positions.
Work with warehouse supervisors and comply with warehouse safety requirements.
Communicate professionally with operations and warehouse personnel by cellular telephone or two-way radio.
Maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions, follow loading-crew signals as needed, and place wheel chocks to prevent trailers from rolling.
Use airline and electrical hookups and follow proper backing procedures; ensure pup-trailer jack stands are properly placed and notify the customer if a trailer lacks a jack stand.
Follow company policies, guidelines, quality procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/MSDS standards.
Inspect equipment daily and perform minor maintenance on equipment, forklifts, or other equipment.
Assist in maintaining warehouse and yard security and a clean, orderly work area.
Unload inbound shipments safely, move products to storage locations, enter data accurately into the WMS, and stack and store products appropriately.
Pick and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring the correct quantity and type of product, and prepare freight accurately and on time.
Check inbound and outbound shipments for accuracy and damage, and report quality variances.
Move products from staging or storage to production lines or staging docks and ensure proper documentation accompanies freight.
Maintain inventory records and reports, assist with physical inventories, and ensure proper stock rotation.
Load, unload, move, stack, and stage products and materials using forklifts, clamp trucks, drum attachments, or other powered equipment; operate equipment safely and efficiently.
Maintain equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly condition and maintain active forklift certification.
Perform or assist with building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.
Change forklift fuel tanks as needed; perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking; repair pallets, trailers, and truck bays as requested.
Participate in safety meetings and help maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Work overtime as dictated by business needs, whether mandatory or voluntary.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.