Warehouse Associate/ Backup Driver

Horizon • Venice, FL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate supports the team and our customers by accurately and safely receiving/pulling orders in a fast-paced environment. Our Backup Drivers will fill in as needed mak ing safe, complete, accurate and on-time deliveries to customers while complying with Department of Transportation (DOT) and other applicable regulations. On a daily basis our Warehouse Associate: Accurately pulls, fills, packs and sets up orders for delivery or pickup. Assists in loading the delivery truck. Receives shipments, logs into inventory , maintains inventory through audits. Communicates positively with supervisors, sales staff, fellow workers and customers to coordinate deliveries/pick- up . Operates a forklift safely and efficiently, maintains required certification, performs vehicle safety checks and reports discrepancies to supervisor. Assists in keeping facility clean, neat, safe and operating efficiently. Other duties as assigned. On a n as needed basis our backup drivers: Make deliveries using the most effective route to ensure orders are delivered on time. Load and unload the vehicle, ensuring that all products are properly secured, and hazardous material is separated appropriately. Collect payments and accurately document delivery. Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR)). Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and inform supervisor of any maintenance needed. Ensure the vehicle is clean, well-maintained, and presentable on a daily basis . Increase job and product knowledge on an ongoing basis. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• To be at least 21 years old.
• A valid driver's license (Commercial Driver’s License, CDL, if applicable) , preferably with HAZMAT endorsement.
• A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) and Pre-Employment Screening Program (PSP) indicating no more than 2 combined violations or at fault accidents in the past 3 years.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to maneuver heavy objects , some weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Prior forklift experience.
• Follow and carry out instructions with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in distribution, general labor or warehousing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pulls, fills, packs and sets up orders for delivery or pickup.
• Assists in loading the delivery truck.
• Receives shipments, logs into inventory , maintains inventory through audits.
• Communicates positively with supervisors, sales staff, fellow workers and customers to coordinate deliveries/pick- up .
• Operates a forklift safely and efficiently, maintains required certification, performs vehicle safety checks and reports discrepancies to supervisor.
• Assists in keeping facility clean, neat, safe and operating efficiently.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Make deliveries using the most effective route to ensure orders are delivered on time.
• Load and unload the vehicle, ensuring that all products are properly secured, and hazardous material is separated appropriately.
• Collect payments and accurately document delivery.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR)).
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and inform supervisor of any maintenance needed.
• Ensure the vehicle is clean, well-maintained, and presentable on a daily basis .
• Increase job and product knowledge on an ongoing basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs
• 401 (k) with generous company match
• 13 days of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)
• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs
• Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals, Summer Madness, and Annual Performance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Discounts and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees