Warehouse & Delivery Associate

Hawkins Inc; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% bonus eligibility

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse & Delivery Associate in Sioux Falls to maintain the branch warehouse, support Technical Route Sales Representatives, and possibly perform deliveries. Training is provided on the job to learn many aspects of the role.

Expected compensation ranges from $24.00 to $26.00 per hour with a 5% bonus eligibility. Shift hours vary, typically 7:30am–5pm, and benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) matching options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Ability to operate an industrial forklift is required; prior experience is preferred.
• Ability to obtain Class B CDL with hazmat, tanker and airbrakes endorsements; training assistance provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse duties: pick, pack, prepare, and ship orders per DOT requirements.
• Load/unload product, inspect/fill chemical containers, rotate inventory, and conduct counts.
• Maintain warehouse/office data; support sales team with delivery and customer service as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and operate equipment (forklift, pallet jack, trucks) safely.

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Communication

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

JDE system

Forklift

Job description

Description

Hawkins, Inc. is a trusted and well-known leader in the chemical industry for over 80 years. We have opportunities for motivated hard workers to learn and develop a career with our Water Treatment business segment. Our route sales/delivery approach to supplying products and equipment to our customers in 27+ states ensures superb customer service and support. Our customers include water and wastewater treatment systems, municipal and commercial swimming pools, industrial process and wastewater facilities, and industries like oil/gas and agricultural farmers/growers.

Learn more about us at www.hawkinsinc.com (NASDAQ: HWKN).

POSITION SUMMARY:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse & Delivery Associate to join our team. This role contributes to the success of the branch and offers career growth opportunities. Working with the team and also independently, the Warehouse Associate maintains the warehouse area at the branch, supports the Technical Route Sales Representatives, and may also perform some deliveries.

Many aspects of this job is learned through company-provided paid on-the-job training!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all warehouse duties and procedures including pick, pack, prepare and ship all orders according to DOT requirements.
• Load and unload product by truck; inspect and fill chemical containers.
• Perform inspections and maintenance tasks as needed.
• Perform product rotation, cycle counts, and physical inventory counts. Help resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Maintain/monitor warehouse and office data and ensure upkeep of housekeeping standards.
• May provide back-up support to the sales team, including driving a truck, delivering product, and providing excellent customer service.
• Follow all safety procedures and safely operate motorized and non-motorized equipment/vehicles including double axel tandem truck, forklift and pallet jack. Comply with all applicable Federal, State and Corporate environmental, safety, health regulations and standard operating procedures.

Requirements

ABOUT YOU:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to operate an industrial fork truck required; previous experience preferred
• Ability to obtain a Class B CDL with hazmat, tanker and airbrakes endorsements (we will assist in training - must meet DOT and company requirements)
• Ability to perform basic computer functions such as email and data entry for inventory using our JDE system
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Takes initiative and works well without constant supervision
• Ability to work varied hours, overtime, and provide field support as needed
• Physically able to lift 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally, safely operate a forklift, climb in and out of the truck and enter customer sites repeatedly, reach overhead and perform manual tasks, and work in all weather conditions indoors and outdoors in required PPE – all while following safety standards and requirements

Expected Compensation: $24.00-$26.00/hr. + 5% bonus eligibility

Shift Hours: Varies but typically 7:30am-5pm

Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more.?Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.?

For more information on Hawkins benefits, visit: https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/benefits/

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace.