CDL/ Warehouse Operator

The Food Source International, Inc.; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Food Source International, Inc. is seeking a CDL/Warehouse Operator to manage inbound and outbound shipments, verify inventory, and operate forklifts and pallet jacks in a brand-new facility.

You will perform pretrip inspections, ensure DOT compliance, and maintain accurate records while supporting on-time deliveries and safe, efficient warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL.
• Current DOT medical certification for at least one year.
• Must be at least 24 years old.
• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicle for loading/unloading shipments.
• Verify inventory accuracy and maintain documentation.
• Perform pretrip and posttrip vehicle inspections.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and related equipment safely.
• Communicate with supervisors and team to coordinate deliveries.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant warehouse environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Pretrip inspections

DOT compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

CDL Class A

DOT medical certification

Job description

Summary/Objective

CDL/ Warehouse Operator Highly will be safety-conscious with extensive experience in transportation, logistics, and warehouse operations. Proven track record of efficiently managing inventory, loading/unloading shipments, and ensuring on-time deliveries while adhering to DOT regulations and safety standards. Skilled in operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and heavy machinery to streamline warehouse workflows. Strong ability to collaborate with teams, maintain accurate records, and provide exceptional customer service. Dedicated to optimizing processes, reducing downtime, and supporting organizational goals with a focus on reliability and efficiency.

Summary/Objective

CDL/ Warehouse Operator Highly will be safety-conscious with extensive experience in transportation, logistics, and warehouse operations. Proven track record of efficiently managing inventory, loading/unloading shipments, and ensuring on-time deliveries while adhering to DOT regulations and safety standards. Skilled in operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and heavy machinery to streamline warehouse workflows. Strong ability to collaborate with teams, maintain accurate records, and provide exceptional customer service. Dedicated to optimizing processes, reducing downtime, and supporting organizational goals with a focus on reliability and efficiency.

Essential Functions

The CDL/Warehouse Operator; essential functions include operating commercial vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all DOT regulations and safety protocols. Responsibilities also involve loading and unloading shipments, verifying inventory accuracy, and maintaining proper documentation for deliveries and warehouse activities. The CDL/Warehouse Operator requires operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material‑handling equipment to organize and store products effectively. Additionally, the CDL/Warehouse Operator are required to conduct routine vehicle and equipment inspections, performing basic maintenance, and reporting any issues to supervisors.

Responsibilities/Skills/Abilities

• Drives specified truck to required destination maintaining a priority of lawabiding road safety, always adhering to all DOT regulations and guidelines
• Ability to comply and adhere to FMCSR (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations)
• Complete pretrip and posttrip inspections
• Follows any special instructions pertaining to an individual order
• Reports any quality or inventory discrepancy issues to the appropriate person
• Communicates positively with supervisors, fellow workers, vendors and receivers to coordinate deliveries/pickup
• Operates a forklift, deep reach fork truck and pallet jacks safely and efficiently, maintains required OSHA PIT certification, performs vehicle safety checks, and reports discrepancies to supervisor
• Responsible for loading and unloading trailer
• Presents a neat and professional image
• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Organize and properly store all materials in warehouse by allergen or regulatory requirements.
• Assist with weekly, quarterly, annual sanitation and basic maintenance.
• Responsible for all standard operating procedures for receiving inbound and outbound shipments including unloading/loading trucks, and relevant paperwork.
• Sampling of Raw materials as instructed for incoming shipments.
• Ensure all Bill of Materials and Invoices match orders.
• Maintain a sanitary workstation & environment.
• Assist in inventory counts and checks.
• Assist with weekly, quarterly, annual sanitation and basic maintenance.
• Perform other tasks & duties regarding warehousing & food manufacturing as assigned.
• Assists in keeping the facility clean, neat, safe, and operating efficiently.
• Denotes food safety responsibilities

Work Experience Requirements

• Must have 24 months of verifiable tractor trailer driving experience out of the last 36 months
• All MVR’s must meet minimum qualifications
• No more than two moving violations while operating a personal or commercial vehicle in the last three years
• No felony traffic violations while operating a personal or commercial vehicle in driving history
• No preventable accident resulting in fatality or catastrophic injury in driving history
• The preventability of any accidents will be determined by The Food Source International, Inc. Based on the National Safety Council Guidelines.

Education/Knowledge Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid and current Class A CDL
• Current DOT medical certification for a period of at least one year
• Must be at least 24 years old
• Completed without omissions a DOT employment application

Reports To: Warehouse Manager

Supervisory responsibilities: None

Backup: TBD

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs. on an intermittent basis throughout the day
• Must be able to sit while driving a truck or material handling equipment for 48 hours per day.
• Must be able to stand and walk for 48 hours per day.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment on concrete flooring and in varying temperatures.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include early mornings, nights, weekends and holidays depending on the needs of the customer.

Work environment/Hours

• Brand New State of the Art Blending Facility
• Ability to operate forklift & pallet jacks,
• Equipment type: scales, blenders, metal detection, pallet jack, forklift, deep reach forklift, 80,000 GVW tracker trailer, and other manufacturing equipment
• Must be able to lift 55lbs or greater
• Must be able to stand/climb ladders
• Fulltime, Office hours are typically 8:305:00pm, MondayFriday with occasional overtime.

Travel— frequent travel time is expected for the position to local facilities in PA, NJ, DE, and MD.

EEO: We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by the law.