Transport Specialist

Verano; Illinois; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Verano is seeking a Transport Specialist in Albion, IL to drive a delivery van and handle packaging support in a warehouse and retail setting. The role requires adherence to safety standards and professional interaction with clients and vendors.

The position involves lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, and operating in a regulated cannabis environment. Must be at least 21, authorized to work in the U.S., and able to obtain necessary cards or licenses.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Able to operate a delivery van and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and 21 years or older.
• Cannabis Production Agent Card application may be required.

Responsibilities

• Follow strict safety standards on and off the road.
• Interact with clients and vendors in a professional and positive manner.
• Support Packaging department in assembling products and packaging during downtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Lift up to 50 lb

Customer interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Transport Specialist

Location: Albion, IL, US, 62806-9000

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow strict safety standards on and off the road.
• Interact with clients and vendors in a professional and positive manner.
• Support Packaging department in assembling products and packaging during downtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience in order/package delivery required.
• Must be able to stand for at least 6 hours per day and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must be able to operate and navigate a delivery van.
• Must be able to apply for a Cannabis Production Agent Card.
• Must be able to comply with all laws, regulations, and policies associated with the industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in commercial or work-related driving preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position, move and/or position oneself, communicate, operate and/or prepare, place, position objects, tools, or controls. The ability to stay stationary in a vehicle for long periods of time. The employee must occasionally move packages weighing up to 50 lb. Able to stand up to 90% of the time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close observation and the ability to adjust focus. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Work is performed in a warehouse and retail environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We place priority in an environment of inclusion, diversity and social justice and are committed to securing a better, brighter way forward for our employees, our markets, and our communities.