Driver Check In Clerk

US Foods; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Warehouse Returns Associate to verify and process driver-returned products and related invoices with accurate codes for the division’s P&L.

You will inspect returns for proper disposition, ensure temperature guidelines are met, and process documents to maintain inventory and invoice accuracy. The role emphasizes data accuracy, collaboration with drivers and supervisors, and end-of-day reconciliations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum three years of warehouse and delivery procedures experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong math, organization, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Verify returned products for accurate reason codes to ensure accounting data reflects correct reports.
• Confirm temperature compliance of returned products to preserve integrity.
• Process all documents for returns and adjustments to ensure inventory and customer invoices are correct.
• Inspect product dispositions (saleable, damaged, or discard) and code accordingly.
• Execute end-of-day processes and resolve discrepancies.
• Return saleable items to the proper pick slots as allowed by policy.
• Collaborate with drivers and supervisors to address issues and identify process improvements.

Skills

Clear communication

Strong math skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Lifting up to 20 lb

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Receives and verifies that all driver-returned products and invoices are processed accurately with correct accounting codes for the division P&L.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Verify returned product for accurate reason codes (mispicks, driver shorts, refusals) to ensure accounting reports reflect accurate data.
• Verify returned product is within temperature guidelines to maintain product integrity.
• Process all documents (paper and digital) associated with returns and adjustments to customer orders to ensure inventory accuracy and customer invoice accuracy.
• Inspect all product returned for appropriate disposition (saleable, damage/recuperation, damage/out of code dumps, etc…) and ensure proper coding is applied.
• Execute end of day processes and reports, ensuring all discrepancies are researched and addressed.
• Return saleable product to pick slot (where allowed; see local CBA).
• Work with drivers and transportation supervisors to address any issues and address training/retraining needs and process improvement opportunities.

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Transportation Manager, Day Warehouse Manager, External:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Related Experience: A minimum of three years of experience with warehouse & delivery procedures required.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally, strong math skills, excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, basic computer skills. Must be able to work on complex tasks and prioritize workload. Strong teamwork skills and the ability to be a resource to others in the division.
• Physical Requirements: Frequent, sitting, standing and walking, occasional lifting of 20 lb weights. Must be able to operate a computer and perform filing.

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds).

The expected base rate for this role is between $16 - $25 ***EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

US Foods is one of America’s great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more. US Foods may collect personal information from you in connection with the application process. US Foods complies with the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020, and its policy may be found here.

US Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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