Transportation Specialist

Wurth Group of North America Inc.; Elkridge (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

PTO

Training

Medical

Vision

Company-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Job summary

Wurth Wood Group is seeking a Transportation Specialist in Elkridge, MD to deliver products and coordinate with customers and service providers. You will ensure DOT compliance, maintain safe driving practices, and work closely with warehouse and sales teams to support on-time deliveries.

Ideal candidates have a valid CDL, Medical Card, clean driving record, and excellent communication. Benefits include competitive wages, PTO, and 401k options.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CDL and Medical Card.

Responsibilities

• Drive a CMV to deliver product within the assigned route.
• Maintain forklift certification and safe vehicle condition.
• Prepare and process transportation documentation for DOT compliance.
• Coordinate with customers, service providers and internal teams for timely delivery.
• Obtain proof of delivery using the EPOD device.
• Address customer inquiries and resolve issues with Operations and sales.

Skills

Clean driving record

CDL

Medical Card

DOT regulations

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Valid Commercial Driver's License

Tools

EPOD device

Job description

Wurth Wood Group is a leading supplier of Hardwood Lumber, Plywood, Molding, Cabinet Hardware/Supplies, Laminate, and Building Supplies, and we are seeking an experienced Transportation Specialist for the Elkridge, MD branch. The ideal candidate is a hard-working, organized, self-directed, and highly customer service oriented based individual who is dedicated to helping expand the Wurth Wood Group good name. As a company we offer solid benefits and strong earning potential, with the ability to move up within our company.

Position Summary:

The Transportation Specialist will be required to interact and service our customers and service providers, to ensure a safe and proper delivery of product. The Transportation Specialist should provide the best in class customer service and work as a team with warehouse personnel to ensure all product is delivered in a timely manner. The Transportation Specialist will be responsible for a CMV and will be required to have a valid Medical Card and CDL.

• Drive a CMV to deliver the product within the route assigned.
• Able to be forklift certified.
• Perform general housekeeping tasks and maintain the cleanliness of vehicles and other areas as instructed.
• Prepare, process, and maintain all necessary transportation documentation & information – both in and out of various operating systems – required for DOT compliance.
• Develop strong interaction, in and amongst customers, service providers, and the internal team to ensure fluid, efficient movement of product.
• Secure proof of delivery by using a supplied (EPOD) Electronic Proof of Delivery device.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve complaints in a timely manner through collaboration with the Operations manager and sales team.
• Comply with all applicable safety, transportation regulations, and company policies.
• Responsible for maintaining Quality and Safety awareness.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills & Abilities:

• Maintain a clean driving record.
• Maintain a Valid Commercial Drivers License and Medical Card.
• Must be able and willing to lift up to 75 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
• Experience as a transportation specialist in a related industry, preferred.
• Must be able to strap and secure cargo and properly arrange and balance it within the vehicle.
• Have basic knowledge of all DOT regulations.
• High standard of professionalism and ethics.
• Preferred style of teamwork, and collaboration.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and with written communications.
• Ability to interface with customers and employees fostering excellent communication skills and customer service.
• Competitive wages
• PTO, Paid time off
• Training
• Medical
• Vision
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Eligible for 401k first day of employment
• Company match on 401k after 6 months of service

Preferred

Drivers License CDL

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