Transportation Operator
About The Position
Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. OUR VISION: To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win. OUR PURPOSE: Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.
Requirements
- Typically possesses High School diploma (or equivalent) and 2-4 years of experience.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with customers and colleagues at delivery points.
- Ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
- Specialized driver's license(s), such as commercial driver's license, may be required.
Responsibilities
- May have shipping agent responsibilities including, but not limited to: collecting shipping orders; preparing estimates for freight rates, shipping charges, and tariffs; preparing bills of lading, invoices, and other relevant documents; scheduling and negotiating transportation of products or materials.
- Operates a semi-truck or trailer according to applicable federal and state/provincial transportation laws and regulations.
- Transports loads safely and in a timely manner over specified route, obeying all traffic and freight-carrier regulations and laws.
- Assists with loading or unloading of products or materials, using specialized equipment when warranted. Unloads empty pallets and returns all equipment to designated area.
- Delivers relevant documentation to shipping office or appropriate colleague when delivery route is complete.
- Completes routine service on trucks, which may include checking fluids, fuel, and air. Reports all maintenance issues and malfunctions.
- Arranges trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns.
- May provide assistance and training to junior colleagues.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- competitive core benefits
- paid time off
- a range of local benefits
- competitive salary
- opportunity for growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
