Warehouse Associate - Driver

Mutual Trading Co., Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the foodservice industry is looking for a Delivery and Warehouse Associate in Phoenix, AZ. The role includes picking customer orders, driving deliveries, and ensuring inventory accuracy. Ideal candidates should have warehouse experience, a valid driver's license, and strong organizational skills.

Benefits

All paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of general warehousing experience required.
• Conversational level English required; Business level preferred.
• Forklift training and/or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Picks and assembles customer orders as indicated on the pick list.
• Completes deliveries by driving the company truck on assigned routes.
• Inspects received products for damage and accurate volume.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who we are :

Established in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. was originally a small co-op organization for centralized purchasing of basic import foods to service the needs of the early Japanese immigrant society in Southern California. We've grown nearly 100 years old now, and command a premiere position among Japanese foodservice suppliers, as well as fill a key role as "Culinary Ambassador" promoting Japanese foods worldwide. Currently, we import, manufacture, and distribute over 7,000 Japanese foods, beverages, restaurant equipment and supplies.

Benefits

• All paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents
• Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match.

Location : Phoenix, AZ

Hours : M-F : 8AM – 5PM

Essential Job Functions

Picks and assembles customer orders as indicated on the pick list

Completes door to door deliveries by driving company truck on assigned route

Maintains and safely navigates the Company vehicle

Documents, records, and completes driver log when making deliveries

Receives product deliveries and unloads delivery trucks in a timely manner

Inspects received products for damage and volume accuracy and documents accordingly

Accurately stocks inventory in the assigned warehouse location and rotates product inventory to maintain a First-IN, First-OUT (FIFO) food storage system

Partakes in warehouse upkeep and ensures the stockroom is clean and organized

Coordinates with manager and salespersons to assemble urgent deliveries to customers

Maintains high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service

Attends semiannual inventory count on designated day, possibly on a weekend

Provides logistics support for Company events and functions outside of normal working hours

Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

Able to drive for a majority of the daily working hours

Able to work without sitting for extended periods of time, including standing and walking

Able to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently

Able to handle and move 50+ pounds assisted frequently

Working Conditions

Noise Level : Loud while indoors

Other Requirements

Conversational level English required; Business level English preferred

Has and maintains a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

Able to work weekends, holidays, and afterhours as needed

Maintains a positive attitude

Works efficiently independently and in a team

Adapts to frequent changes in assignments and workload

High school diploma or equivalent required

Minimum 1 year of general warehousing experience required

2+ years of driving / delivery experience preferred

Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Possesses basic mathematical knowledge such as counting inventory, weight and measurement conversions, combining, etc.

Has strong communications and interpersonal skills

Demonstrates awareness of proper warehouse safety procedures

Forklift training and / or certification preferred

Knowledge of Japanese foods and liquors preferred

Disclaimers

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related duties as instructed or requested by the department manager or other management as needed, subject to reasonable accommodation and business needs. The information contained herein is subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, and no part of this document is to be construed as an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the “at-will” employment status with the Company. Requirements are subject to accommodations with ADA, FEHA, and all other applicable federal and state laws. Please report any changes of essential job functions to the Human Resources Department.

Mutual Trading Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.