Materials Handler/Driver - Warehouse/Distribution

Wallside Windows • Taylor, MI

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About The Position

This position operates a company 26-foot box truck to deliver materials to Wallside Hub locations in Grand Rapids, Lansing, and Saginaw, as well as other locations as needed. The role also includes loading and unloading the truck, completing pre- and post-drive inspections, maintaining driving logs, taking inventory, organizing and cleaning locations, pulling files, putting orders together, and performing other material-handling and warehousing duties as assigned.

Approximately 50% of the time is spent driving under varied weather and road conditions. When not driving, the employee performs warehouse and material-handling tasks. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., subject to change based on workload. Extended hours and schedule flexibility may regularly be needed because driving distances vary; Saturday work may also be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and an excellent driving record.
• Experience driving a box truck 26 feet or longer.
• Have, preferably, or obtain and maintain a chauffeur’s license and medical certification for driving; the posting also specifies a current DOT Medical card.
• Be self-motivated and self-directed, with the ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions and manage time effectively.
• Demonstrated trustworthiness and sound judgment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to sit for long periods in a vehicle, and to lift, bend, and walk as needed.
• Ability to lift and load an average-size window; lifting requirements vary.

Nice To Haves

• Already holding a chauffeur’s license and medical certification for driving.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles to deliver materials to Wallside Hub locations in Grand Rapids, Lansing, and Saginaw, and to other locations as needed.
• Load and unload the delivery truck.
• Complete and maintain pre- and post-drive inspection logs and driving logs.
• Take inventory.
• Organize and clean the inside and outside of locations.
• Pull files.
• Put orders together and perform other material-handling and warehousing duties on days not spent driving.
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the immediate supervisor, Plant Manager, Operations Manager, or Management.

Benefits

• Up to $1,000 in new-hire bonus potential, with $500 paid after 30 days and $500 after 60 days; restrictions apply.
• Generous benefit package.
• Paid time off after 90 days.
• Paid holidays, including about a week off around Christmas.
• Annual performance reviews.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED