Warehouse Associate / Driver

G.P. De Silva Spices Inc.; Pico Rivera (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation / Sick Days

401k

401k Match

Job summary

Spice Manufacturer in Pico Rivera is seeking a Warehouse Associate / Driver to join our team. Shift is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with pay ranging from $16.90 to $18.00 per hour (DOE).

The role includes loading, unloading, order preparation, and on-time delivery to customers while maintaining safety and quality standards. Requirements include a valid California driver’s license, at least 2 years of driving experience, forklift certification, and bilingual Spanish.

Qualifications

• Valid CA Driver's License.
• Minimum of 2 years driving experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish.
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Check that bobtail/vehicle is in good condition before and after use, complete proper forms.
• Ensure that all products are in good condition when leaving the facility and before dropping off product to customers.
• Ensure that customers sign proper documentation stating they received products in good condition with signature and drop off time.
• Loading, transporting, and delivering items to clients or businesses in a safe, timely manner.
• Adhering to assigned routes and following time schedules.
• Abiding by all transportation laws and maintaining a safe driving record.

Skills

CA Driver's License

2+ years driving

Bilingual: Spanish

Forklift Certified

Job description

Job Title:

Warehouse Associate / Driver

Company:

Spice Manufacturer

Location:

Pico Rivera

Hours:

7:00a.m-3:30p.m. Monday - Friday

Pay Rate:

$16.90 - $18.00 per hour (DOE)

About Us:

De Silva Brothers & Co. is a leading provider of high-quality spices, seasoning blends, and culinary ingredients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and experienced Warehouse Associate / Driver to join our team and contribute to our success.

Basic Responsibilities (but not limited to):

Responsibilities

Operations:

• Check that bobtail/vehicle is in good condition before and after use, complete proper forms
• Ensure that all products are in good condition when leaving the facility and before dropping off product to customers.
• Ensure that customers sign proper documentation stating they received products in good condition with signature and drop off time.
• Prepare orders by processing requests and supply orders; pulling materials; packing boxes; placing orders in delivery area.
• Loading, transporting, and delivering items to clients or businesses in a safe, timely manner.
• Reviewing orders before and after delivery to ensure that orders are complete, the charges are correct, and the customer is satisfied.
• Assisting with loading and unloading items from vehicles.
• Accepting payments for delivered items.
• Providing excellent customer service, answering questions, and handling complaints from clients.
• Adhering to assigned routes and following time schedules.
• Abiding by all transportation laws and maintaining a safe driving record.
• Submit Driving Records to HR every 5 years.
• Operating heavy machinery (forklift, bobtail trucks, vehicles) always following safety procedures.
• Completing a pre-operational form before using any machinery.
• Report any machinery damages to Manager/Supervisor.
• Securing loads to machine before transportation
• Reporting any damaged product before shipping.
• Identifying workplace safety hazards; and reporting any violations to the proper Management/Supervisor team.
• Adhering to safety management standards
• Must wear proper safety gear in warehouse area (steal toe shoes, back brace)
• Maintain equipment and the Warehouse area clean, safe, and ready for next shift to use.
• Contribute to team effort to achieve productivity goals
• Maintains Trucks and Vans by completing preventive maintenance requirements, arranging for repairs.

Food Safety:

• Comply with SQF Food Safety requirements.
• Follow GMPs Policy.
• Follow defined HACCP Plan Guidelines.
• Provide feedback to immediate supervisor on Continuous Improvement Opportunities and Identified Non-Conformances.
• Record assigned daily activities and ensure records are legible, clear, concise and accurate.
• Keep the working area clean and follow cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Report any pest sighting throughout the facility.
• Minimize risk of biological, chemical and physical contamination by following GMPs, Allergen, and Foreign Matter Contamination Policies.
• Report any suspicious threat concerning product adulteration or contamination
• Participate in the monthly food safety team and/or HACCP meetings. Follow up with resulting action plans.
• Enforce food safety practices on daily activities.

Experience/Qualifications

• Valid CA Drivers License
• Minimum of 2 years driving experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish.
• Forklift Certified.

EDUCATION NEEDED

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Remaining Upright for long periods of time.
• Able to lift 50 pounds occasionally at or above waist height.
• Able to bend, stretch and perform tasks that may be awkward at times.

Benefits

• Health Care
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation / Sick Days
• 401k
• 401k Match