Truck Builder

US Foods

Topeka (KS)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 41,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Pre-tax Spending Accounts

Retirement benefits

Paid Time Off

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

US Foods is hiring a Truck Builder to efficiently layout and assemble loads for each trailer. You will use Truck Builder software to optimize space, ensure safe and efficient loading/unloading, and coordinate materials and supplies for daily production goals.

The role requires strong math and communication skills, basic computer proficiency, and the ability to work in a warehouse environment including cold areas. High school diploma or GED is required, and warehouse experience is preferred.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED/equivalent required.
One year of warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Use Truck Builder software to layout and assemble each trailer, maximizing safety and efficiency.
Maintain equipment and ensure supply of materials; order supplies as needed.
Address driver concerns and adjust loads to improve efficiency.
Assist in loading trailers to meet daily production goals.
Other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Communication

Math/Analytical

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Truck Builder software

Office suite

Job description

Join Our Community of Food People!

BASIC PURPOSE

The Truck Builder will ensure the efficient layout and assembly of each Truck Builder load to optimize the number of cases per truck leaving the division and make loading and unloading as efficient as possible.

$26.50

Schedule

Sun - Mon - Wed - Thur - Fri

Shift starts at 4PM

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Use Truck Builder software to layout and assemble each trailer. Analyze the output to ensure that loads are built to maximize both safety and efficiency while loading and unloading product.
Maintain equipment and ensure the proper supply of all necessary materials to facilitate successful loading and unloading processes. Order supplies as needed.
Respond to all driver concerns regarding loads built with Truck Builder. Adjust loads as necessary to address concerns and maximize efficiency.
Assist in loading trailers as needed to meet daily production goals.
Other duties as assigned by manager.

SUPERVISION

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Selectors, drivers, clerks, managers
External: Customers, sales

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work will take place at a desk in an office environment and within normal warehouse environments including cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees.

Minimum Qualifications

Related Experience/Requirements:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Effective communication both verbally and in writing.
Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
Basic computer skills with a good knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
Problem solving and critical thinking abilities to solve problems of limited scope.
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division.

Education

High school diploma or GED/equivalent required.

Preferred Qualifications

One year of experience in a warehouse preferred.

Certifications/Training

Experience with Truck Builder software preferred.

Physical Qualifications

Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:

STAND OCCASIONALLY
WALK OCCASIONALLY
DRIVE VEHICLE N/A
SIT OCCASIONALLY
LIFT
1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium) OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy) OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) OCCASIONALLY
CARRY
1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium) OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy) N/A
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A
PUSH/PULL*1 OCCASIONALLY
CLIMB/BALANCE*2 OCCASIONALLY
STOOP/SQUAT OCCASIONALLY
KNEEL OCCASIONALLY
BEND FREQUENTLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER FREQUENTLY
TWIST FREQUENTLY
GRASP OBJECTS*3 OCCASIONALLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS*4 OCCASIONALLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY*5 OCCASIONALLY

1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)

2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)

3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)

4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)

5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

FREQUENCY:

STAND OCCASIONALLY
WALK OCCASIONALLY
DRIVE VEHICLE N/A
SIT OCCASIONALLY
LIFT
1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium) OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy) OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) OCCASIONALLY
CARRY
1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY
11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY
21-50 lbs (Medium) OCCASIONALLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy) N/A
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A
PUSH/PULL*1 OCCASIONALLY
CLIMB/BALANCE*2 OCCASIONALLY
STOOP/SQUAT OCCASIONALLY
KNEEL OCCASIONALLY
BEND FREQUENTLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER FREQUENTLY
TWIST FREQUENTLY
GRASP OBJECTS*3 OCCASIONALLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS*4 OCCASIONALLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY*5 OCCASIONALLY
1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)
2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)
3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)
4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)
5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)

As applicable this role may also receive overtime compensation.

Benefits for this role include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

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 $17 - $26