Material Handler/Ag Equipment Delivery Driver

AGI - Ag Growth International; Boone (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

AGI - Ag Growth International in Boone, IA is seeking a full-time Warehouse/Delivery Associate. The role involves preparing and packing shipments from warehouse or outdoor yards, delivering equipment with company truck and trailer, receiving stock, and assisting with inventory audits.

Overnight travel is rare but possible. The position requires a high school diploma, at least 1 year of forklift experience, and 1 year of equipment/trailer pulling experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum one year forklift experience
• Minimum one year equipment/trailer pulling experience
• Prior experience hauling oversize farm equipment or machinery dealership/manufacturer experience preferred
• Knowledge of DOT guidelines and how they apply to the position
• Previous small package/parcel shipping experience with UPS or FedEx will be fast-tracked
• Basic computer skills
• Strong mathematical aptitude, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication and comprehension
• Ability to interpret a pick list and accurately document order fulfillment
• Able to work efficiently and accurately at a fast pace, multitask, and prioritize duties with high attention to detail
• Mechanically inclined, with strong hand-eye coordination and hand dexterity
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions year round
• Willingness to follow directions and learn new tasks and skills

Responsibilities

• Use written pick lists to prepare and package shipments
• Prepare shipping documents and labels per the pick list and prepare shipment quotations
• Receive shipments from vendors and document incoming product
• Process incoming shipments with Inventory Support Associate and assist with audits
• Re-box/re-crate products and refurbish damaged items when possible
• Load/unload flatbed trailers of agricultural equipment
• Deliver equipment using company truck and gooseneck trailer
• Operate forklift, tractor, and company vehicles as needed
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform emergency repairs if possible
• Assist with ordering/restocking packaging and supplies
• Inform Branch Manager of status and issues
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly work area and equipment
• Maintain acceptable safety and driving record
• Work in warehouse when not driving
• Perform additional related duties as requested

Skills

Forklift experience

Equipment/trailer pulling

DOT guidelines knowledge

Shipping experience (UPS/FedEx)

Basic computer skills

Mathematical aptitude

Verbal and written communication

Order fulfillment/documentation

Outdoor work year-round

Willingness to learn new tasks

Mechanical aptitude

Safety/driving record

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary: Prepare and ship agricultural-related products, receive and stock warehouse inventory and merchandise, and deliver equipment to customers using a company-provided 1-ton pickup truck and 32' gooseneck trailer. Deliveries include assembled products such as portable grain augers, conveyors, and other agricultural equipment. This position includes a mix of indoor and outdoor tasks in varying conditions and temperatures. Overnight travel is minimal (up to 25 nights per year), and all related travel expenses are paid.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent required; general knowledge of warehouse operations preferred
• Minimum one year of forklift experience required
• Minimum one year of equipment/trailer pulling experience required; prior experience hauling oversize farm equipment or machinery dealership/manufacturer experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of DOT guidelines and how they apply to the position
• Previous small package/parcel shipping experience with UPS or FedEx will be fast-tracked
• Basic computer skills
• Strong mathematical aptitude, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication and comprehension
• Ability to interpret a pick list and accurately document order fulfillment
• Able to work efficiently and accurately at a fast pace, multitask, and prioritize duties with high attention to detail
• Mechanically inclined, with strong hand-eye coordination and hand dexterity
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions year round
• Able to follow directions, with a willingness to learn new tasks and skills

Duties & Responsibilities

• Use written pick lists to prepare and package shipments, including pulling inventory from warehouse shelving, racking, or the outdoor storage yard
• Prepare shipping documents and labels per the pick list, and prepare shipment quotations and estimates
• Receive shipments from vendors and suppliers and document incoming product
• Work closely with the branch Inventory Support Associate to process incoming shipments, including boxing, wrapping/bagging parts, and stocking shelving and racking, and assist with inventory audits and cycle counts
• Re-box/re-crate products as needed, and refurbish damaged or aged products when possible (report non-compliant product)
• Load and unload flatbed trailers of agricultural equipment, most of which are non-traditional freight loads (unpalletized and/or irregular in shape and size)
• Deliver equipment to customers using the company 1-ton pickup and gooseneck trailer
• Operate a forklift, tractor, company vehicles, or any other equipment needed to perform the job
• Troubleshoot equipment and make necessary emergency repairs if possible
• Assist with ordering/restocking packaging and departmental materials/supplies
• Keep the Branch Manager advised of work status, workload, potential problems, and progress on assignments
• Keep the work area and equipment safe, clean, and orderly, following prescribed safety regulations
• Maintain an acceptable safety and driving record
• Work in the warehouse when not driving
• Perform additional related duties as requested or required

Job Type: Full-time

Day shift, Monday – Friday

Work Location: In person

Experience

• Equipment/trailer: 1 year (Required)
• Forklift: 1 year (Required)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Pay

Hourly role: $24-$27