Truck Driver (Switcher) 2nd Shift

Pridgeon & Clay • Grand Rapids, MI

13h • $24

About The Position

The Truck Driver moves product and materials in a safe and timely manner to their proper destination in an exemplary manner according to the company quality policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• CDL-A
• Three years of city truck driving experience
• Minimum of three months shipping - receiving clerk experience
• Ability to pass a P&C road test
• P&C hilo license (or the ability to pass both written and practical tests to obtain one)
• Ability to pass a DOT physical
• Computer literacy is required
• Excellent driving and work record, including attendance.
• (Minimum requirements are updated annually to meet the demands of various positions; employees hired prior to the latest revision update may not meet all current requirements)

Responsibilities

• Transport product to the Distribution Center, between P&C buildings, or to outside vendors.
• Examine, pack, weigh, label, and check material and quantities against bills of lading or printed request forms before shipping or receiving products, and verify that outgoing/incoming product leaves and arrives in good condition.
• Load and unload Pridgeon & Clay's and Outside Supplier's trucks as needed and verify all paperwork to actual load.
• Route incoming product to proper department.
• Verify that move tag matches box description and shipping label, and verify the move tag process has been followed in the proper manner for shipping.
• Be responsible for all shipping paperwork from the Distribution Center or from outside vendors.
• Inspect vehicle daily and complete driver's inspection reports.
• Operate and maintain department hilo(s), completing daily check list.
• Perform steel receiving as needed, and deliver steel to the proper location within the facility.
• Implement the best method of shipment for any materials being shipped from the main facility, as well as maintain the accuracy of record books and adhere to any shipping regulations or requirements of those companies used to ship material.
• Enter all shipping and receiving data into QAD.
• Ship via UPS, Fed Ex, or truck line.
• Maintain FIFO system on all outgoing product.
• Create and receive shipping manifests.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives.
• Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management.
• Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job.
• Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area.
• Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF 16949, and safety regulations.
• Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner.
• Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), controls, safety devices and use of coolants.
• Identify potential safety issues and take appropriate action, bringing to the attention of leadership.
• Exhibit all the attributes of a positive role model (including professionalism, personal integrity, and positive attitude) for employees and managers to emulate.
• Assist in maintaining company values (Integrity, People, Customers, Safety, We Can If...Do What It Takes, and Ownership) daily, through thoughts and actions.

Benefits

• A competitive total compensation including a comprehensive benefit plan including premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $10.00 per week for employee coverage, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.
• A safe, team-oriented work environment with a leadership team that treats you like family and values your input
• An opportunity to participate in shaping the success of the organization through continuous improvement and problem solving events
• A positive work/life balance
• An opportunity for career growth - Over 70% of our leaders have been promoted from within

What This Job Offers

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