Driver Helper

Golden State Food Corporation; Taunton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated and reliable individual to assist drivers in delivering products efficiently. This role involves loading and unloading goods, ensuring customer satisfaction through excellent service, and maintaining safety standards during operations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong communication skills, and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. Join this dynamic company and contribute to a vital aspect of the food distribution process, while enjoying a flexible schedule and the opportunity to develop valuable skills in logistics and customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; food distribution experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist driver with loading/unloading products and ensure accurate deliveries.
• Develop good relationships with customers by providing excellent service.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet Jack

Hand Truck

Job description

Overview

Assist Driver with performing daily delivery functions as directed by Supervisor. Accompany driver in passenger seat of commercial vehicle. Safely load and unload product at customer locations according to product invoices, customer expectation and Company policy by hand, hand truck, or pallet jack. Assist driver in maneuvering vehicle safely as needed by scanning area and guiding. Assist in completing of paperwork as needed.

• Afternoon to evening dispatch
• $211.50 per trip
• Must be flexible to work weekends/holidays

Responsibilities

General Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

1. Unload product according to customer specifications and QCD delivery procedures at customer locations.
2. Develop and establish good relationships with customers by providing excellent, courteous service.
3. Assist driver by handling, organizing and securing inbound and outbound product to include empty trays, crates, totes and pallets.
4. Must be able to deliver product orders accurately and consistently.
5. Read labels and/or printing on product containers and associated documents.
6. Count and calculate quantity of product to verify accuracy of shipment.
7. Assist in all aspects of route paperwork.
8. Assist driver in maneuvering truck safely by 'spotting' and guiding the driver as needed.
9. Operate within safety procedures at all times.
10. Maintain a clean work environment at all times.
11. Must maintain excellent attendance.
12. Complete any other functions that may be assigned.

Division Application of Responsibilities:

(% of Time)

Vision - continuously - 100% of the time

Hearing - continuously - 100% of the time

Handling - continuously – more than 66% of the time

Lifting

• Under 10 lbs - continuously – more than 66% of shift
• 10-25 lbs - continuously – more than 66% of shift
• 26-50 lbs - frequently - 34% - 66% of shift

Pushing - continuously - more than 66% of shift (Maximum pushing force 150lbs)

Pulling - continuously - more than 66% of shift (Maximum pulling force 150lbs)

Walking - frequently - 34% - 66% of shift

Standing - frequently - 34% - 66% of shift

Sitting - frequently - 34% - 66% of shift

Bending - frequently - 34% - 66% of shift

Kneeling - occasional – less than 34% of the time

Crouching - occasional – less than 34% of the time

Crawling - occasional – less than 34% of the time

Twisting - occasional – less than 34% of the time

Balancing - occasionally - less than 34% of the time

Climbing - occasional – less than 34% of the time (use of forklift highly encouraged)

Reaching - frequently - 34% - 66% of shift

Coordination - this job requires both upper and lower extremity coordination.

Endure working in a cold environment and experience temperature changes.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required of this Position:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. Previous food distribution and frozen food handling preferred.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions, directions, schedules, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in ambient temperatures to include 3 temperature compartments in trailer and outside temperatures.
• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to maintain professional customer service relationships while reconciling over, short, and damage consistent with the essential job functions.