Logistics & Warehouse Specialist | Backup Delivery Driver

Hillyard Inc.; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Dental & Vision

Job summary

Hillyard, Inc. in Columbia, MO is seeking a Warehouse & Logistics Specialist / Backup Delivery Driver to help manage inventory, orders, and distribution. The role blends warehouse operations with occasional customer deliveries, requiring detail orientation and dependable, independent work habits.

You’ll support receiving, inventory, shipping, and carrier coordination, while also stepping in to deliver products as needed. This is a hands-on position within our Operations team.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in warehouse ops, logistics, shipping and receiving, distribution or delivery.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience picking orders and maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts or obtain certification.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to operate a 26-foot box truck with liftgate.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Dependable and organized; able to multitask.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and stock incoming inventory.
• Pick, pull, and prepare customer orders accurately.
• Prepare LTL freight and small parcel shipments with documentation.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers using warehouse equipment.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with freight carriers.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and assist with corrective actions.
• Support cross-dock operations and warehouse process improvements.
• Communicate with customers and internal teams, including basic order entry.
• Assist with employee training and warehouse improvements.
• Serve as backup delivery driver for 26-foot box truck with liftgate.

Skills

Warehouse ops

Attention to detail

Dependability

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift certification

Box truck operation

Job description

Hillyard, Inc. in Columbia, MO is seeking a Warehouse & Logistics Specialist / Backup Delivery Driver to help manage inventory, orders, and distribution. The role blends warehouse operations with occasional customer deliveries, requiring detail orientation and dependable, independent work habits.

You’ll support receiving, inventory, shipping, and carrier coordination, while also stepping in to deliver products as needed. This is a hands-on position within our Operations team.