Warehouse & Delivery Associate

Hawkins; Swainsboro (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

ESPP

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc. in Swainsboro, GA is hiring a Warehouse & Delivery Associate to support our water treatment team. You will perform warehouse tasks, assist with deliveries, and help keep stock and safety standards across shifts.

The role offers paid on-the-job training, a typical schedule 7:00am–4:00pm, and opportunities for growth. Applicants must be able to lift up to 75 lb, obtain a Class B CDL with hazmat endorsements, and provide excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to operate an industrial forklift is required; prior experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Class B CDL with hazmat, tanker and airbrakes endorsements; we will train.
• Proficiency with basic computer tasks (email, data entry) for inventory in JDE.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse duties: pick, pack, prepare, and ship orders per DOT requirements.
• Load/unload product from trucks; inspect and label containers.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance tasks as needed.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts and resolve discrepancies.
• Support sales with delivery and exceptional customer service when needed.
• Follow safety procedures and operate equipment safely.

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Communication skills

Initiative

Work well with hours flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

JDE system

CDL Class B

Job 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).

To learn more about Hawkins Water Treatment and the sales, delivery and warehouse positions, watch this short video.

ABOUT THE JOB

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.

Click here to watch a short video to learn more about the position.

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

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.

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: $23.00-$26.00/hr. + 5% bonus eligibility

Shift Hours: Varies but typically 7:00am-4:00pm

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.