Warehouse Associate/Truck Driver

REXEL•Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

Rexel USA is hiring a Warehouse Associate/Truck Driver for its Mayer team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The role is responsible for accurately and efficiently receiving, stocking, staging, picking, preparing, and shipping materials in line with company safety, security, accuracy, and productivity standards. It also includes responsibility for warehouse transactions and upkeep of the branch warehouse environment and equipment. Driving is an essential part of the position and may account for up to 50% of working time. The employee may operate a delivery van or box truck, with no CDL required, to deliver products to and from customers, company branches or warehouses, and suppliers. The role ensures deliveries are prepared efficiently, meet customer requirements, and contain correct, undamaged materials. The employee may also help with counter sales and customer support or other branch duties as needed.

Requirements

No experience is required.
A valid driver's license is required.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must pass a pre-employment and annual review of the Motor Vehicle Record.
Must obtain verification of a non-expired medical certificate as required by law within 30 days of hire.
Must not have had a driver's license suspended for a traffic accident or violation within the past three years.
Must not have had any at-fault accidents in the past three years.
Must be able to handle loads with a combined weight not exceeding 26,000 GVW.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and customers.
Ability to handle basic issues and problems and perform basic mathematical calculations accurately.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, manage time, meet deadlines, and follow assigned routes and schedules.
Strong knowledge of safety regulations and familiarity with traffic and driver laws; willingness to follow safety procedures and transportation laws.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation and work productively as a team member.

Nice To Haves

Prior warehouse experience.
Certification to operate forklifts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
High school diploma or GED.
General knowledge of electrical products.

Responsibilities

Promote employee safety and maintain a safe work environment; follow standard operating procedures and environmental health and safety rules, and promptly address safety concerns.
Receive incoming materials from vendors, customers, and other warehouses; verify quantities and descriptions against packing lists, stock materials in designated areas, and report freight damage claims.
Prepare branch orders and verify the correct products and quantities are shipped.
Process shipping paperwork, verify shipment contents, apply appropriate postage tape and labels, follow customer shipping instructions, and insure shipments when necessary.
Operate warehouse machinery, including forklifts, reach trucks, and wire-cutting machines, when required.
Load common-carrier and company vehicles.
Inspect equipment, perform minor maintenance, and maintain the branch warehouse environment and equipment.
Perform inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
Drive delivery vehicles to and from customers, company branches or warehouses, and suppliers.
Inspect company vehicles for visual and operating defects, complete daily inspection reports, and keep vehicles clean, serviced, and maintained; notify a supervisor about needed repairs or service.
Follow Department of Transportation, local, and state driving laws and regulations.
Load and unload vehicles and verify that order materials are correct in type and quantity and are undamaged before departure.
Assist with preparing orders for delivery as needed.
Complete delivery documentation, including obtaining customer signatures on delivery receipts and completing packing lists and branch or warehouse manifests.
Pick up returned materials from customers; inspect their condition and verify quantities and catalog numbers.
Pick up materials from company suppliers.
Help train, mentor, and coach entry-level truck drivers.
Perform branch duties such as counter sales and customer support when required, along with other assigned duties.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
401(k) with employer match.
Paid vacation and sick time.
Paid company holidays and flexible personal days per year.
Tuition reimbursement.
Health and wellness programs.
Flexible spending accounts and HSA accounts.
Commuter transit benefits.
Optional insurance, including pet insurance, legal assistance, critical illness, and home and auto insurance.
Employee discount programs.
Professional training and development programs.
Career advancement opportunities and promotion from within.