CDL A Truck Driver and Material Handler

Michelman; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Competitive salary

Excellent onboarding

Job summary

Michelman is seeking a Material Handler / CDL Driver to support the Shipping & Receiving team in Cincinnati. The role enforces ISO procedures and OSHA/DOT regulations, ensuring safe, efficient shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations.

Key duties include shuttle transport of Shell Finished Goods, material handling, precise documentation, and loading/unloading of trucks. A valid Class A CDL with HazMat endorsement is required, forklift experience preferred.

Qualifications

• A valid Class A CDL and Hazmat Endorsement required.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and barcode scanning.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Shuttle driver to move Shell Finished Goods to distribution center.
• Material handling: store materials and prep trailers for transport.
• Match and verify shipping documents, schedule pickups with LTL carriers.
• Load and unload trucks safely per DOT/ HazMat guidelines.
• Enter receipts and label materials with correct batch/lot numbers.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organize inventory locations.

Skills

CDL license

Hazmat endorsement

Computer literacy

Barcode scanners

Tools

Forklift

Job description

We have a great opportunity for a Material Handler / CDL Driver to join the Shipping & Receiving team at Michelman. In this role, you will provide all shipping, receiving, and warehouse activities following International Standards Organization (ISO) procedures and in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and other standard practices, in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.

Primary Responsibilities

• Shuttle Driver- Ensuring all Shell Finished Goods are transferred to Americas Distribution Center in a timely manner, keeping Shell FG staging area clear of products
• Material Handling – Perform all primary processes of the Material Handler position. Ensure that raw materials and finished goods are properly put away daily and that Michelman’s trailers are loaded in advance for transport to our distribution center.
• Shipping – Match shipping documents/labels to today’s staged orders, verify accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and review sales order for customer (specific shipping notes in preparation for shipment); call LTL carriers and schedule pick-ups
• Load Trucks – Understand safe and practical loading protocols given different trailer lengths, axle position, and container/product mix to assure that load is safe for OTR movement, HazMat regulations are met, and will, to the best of our knowledge, meet DOT axle weight requirements
• Unload Trucks – Verify inbound shipment paperwork, unload with appropriate equipment and stage on dock, inspect for damage, and sign off on delivery paperwork; print RM labels and apply to each container, and deliver to appropriate inventory location
• Enter Receipts – Enter necessary information into computer system, and create raw material labels with correct barcode and lot numbers
• Finished Goods – Pull finished materials from Pack Line and deliver to appropriate inventory locations and ensure compliance with established good manufacturing practices.
• Customer Relationships – Maintain high level of focus on the importance of customers and prospects and embrace customer/prospect focus throughout the organization, personally doing whatever is appropriate
• Warehouse – Maintain cleanliness/organization of the warehouse
• Quality – Ensure packaging presents a clean and professional appearance
• Processes and Procedures – Stay current on, follow, and make recommendations for improvements to all shipping and receiving procedures
• Order Accuracy - Provide final check of all products shipping to customers
• Culture - Embrace and actively participate in a culture of accountability, communication and robust dialogue, including energy and urgency, having a little fun along the way

Other

• Ability to pass a pre-employment Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screen and DOT certified random drug screen program
• No more than one (1) major moving violation and no more than one (1) preventable accident in the past 12 months
• No more than two (2) moving violations and no more than two (2) preventable accidents in the past 36 months
• No DUI, OWI or DWI convictions in the past seven (7) years
• No record of a felony conviction in the past seven (7) years
• Not failed or refused a DOT drug screen in the past 36 months

Critical Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A valid Class A CDL and Hazmat Endorsement required
• Basic understanding of computers and barcode scanners
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Basic math skills
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Ability to think independently and hand projects through to completion
• Proven ability to follow procedures and handle multiple tasks at the same time with a positive attitude and outcome
• Flexibility- Ability to work at either one of Michelman Cincinnati facilities at a moment’s notice
• Proven ability to think independently and resolve problems thoroughly and accurately
• Proven ability to follow procedures, handle multiple tasks in a fast pace environment at the same time keeping a positive attitude and outcome

Education and Experience

• A valid Class A CDL License
• A current HazMat certification preferred
• Forklift experience preferred
• Minimum of one (1) years of experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to climb stairs, stand for extended periods of time, and safely lift up to 100lbs
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time
• Must be able to pass Pulmonary Function Test
• Must be able to operate forklift safely
• Must show proficiency in the operation of all necessary equipment
• Must be able to physically maneuver steel/fiber drums weighing 100 to 500lbs each on a daily basis
• Must be able to work in a fast pace environment while maintaining focus and attention to detail

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Michelman is proud of the values-focused work environment that we have crafted. We pride ourselves in our focus on our values of integrity, respect, and success. With our dedication to your technical and professional growth in addition to our rigorous onboarding experience, we guarantee that you will find yourself challenged in new ways. We offer an excellent salary, incentive and benefits package in a dynamic, empowered team environment.

No phone calls please. Michelman does not hire individuals who use tobacco products. All candidates will receive a drug test prior to beginning employment which will include a test for tobacco products.

For more information about Michelman, please visit https://www.michelman.com/.

It is Michelman, Inc. policy to seek and employ qualified persons in all jobs in a manner which will ensure equal employment opportunity as well as administer personnel actions in a manner as to not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Michelman is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans