Warehouse Operations Specialist

5th Axis Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bonus opportunities

Training and advancement

Job summary

5th Axis Inc. in Southern California is seeking a reliable Delivery Driver to transport materials, products, and supplies between company facilities, customers, vendors, and other locations.

This role supports warehouse and logistics activities when not actively performing deliveries, with responsibilities including loading, documentation, and safe driving to meet schedules.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Previous delivery, driving, warehouse, or logistics experience preferred.
• Ability to operate a delivery vehicle safely and responsibly.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate deliveries.
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned routes and schedules.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to safely load, secure, and unload materials.
• Familiarity with GPS and navigation tools.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with Warehouse, Production, and other internal teams.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform frequent standing, walking, bending, loading, and unloading.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport and deliver materials, products, and supplies.
• Load, secure, unload, and verify materials for transport.
• Follow assigned routes and delivery schedules while adjusting to priorities.
• Use GPS, navigation, and routing tools.
• Verify orders, quantities, packing slips, and other delivery documentation.
• Maintain accurate delivery records and logs.
• Communicate delivery status, delays, discrepancies, or other issues to appropriate teams.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Operate a forklift to support loading and unloading activities.
• Follow applicable DOT requirements and Company safety procedures.
• Coordinate with Warehouse, Production, and other departments to support delivery priorities.
• Assist with warehouse and general logistics activities when needed.
• Experienced candidates may assist with route coordination, issue resolution, process improvements, and training other drivers.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

Delivery and logistics experience

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Good communication

Route planning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS navigation tools

Job description

5th Axis is a growing American manufacturer of CNC workholding and automation solutions serving customers across the manufacturing industry. We design, manufacture, and deliver products from our Southern California operations and are looking for dependable people who take pride in doing quality work and supporting the team.

Position Summary

5th Axis is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Delivery Driver to support the transportation of materials, products, and supplies between company facilities, customers, vendors, and other locations.

This position is responsible for making safe, accurate, and timely deliveries while maintaining proper documentation, securing loads, performing vehicle inspections, and communicating delivery status with internal teams. Depending on experience, the role may also assist with route planning, delivery coordination, troubleshooting, and supporting other drivers.

The position also supports warehouse and logistics activities when not actively performing deliveries.

What You’ll Do

• Safely transport and deliver materials, products, and supplies
• Load, secure, unload, and verify materials for transport
• Follow assigned routes and delivery schedules while adjusting to operational priorities as needed
• Use GPS, navigation, and routing tools
• Verify orders, quantities, packing slips, and other delivery documentation
• Maintain accurate delivery records and logs
• Communicate delivery status, delays, discrepancies, or other issues to appropriate teams
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns
• Operate a forklift to support loading and unloading activities
• Follow applicable DOT requirements and Company safety procedures
• Coordinate with Warehouse, Production, and other departments to support delivery priorities
• Assist with warehouse and general logistics activities when needed
• Experienced candidates may assist with route coordination, issue resolution, process improvements, and training other drivers
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Previous delivery, driving, warehouse, or logistics experience preferred
• Ability to operate a delivery vehicle safely and responsibly
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate deliveries
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned routes and schedules
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to safely load, secure, and unload materials
• Familiarity with GPS and navigation tools
• Forklift experience preferred
• Ability to work effectively with Warehouse, Production, and other internal teams
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform frequent standing, walking, bending, loading, and unloading
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Experience level and demonstrated capability will be considered when determining the appropriate position level and compensation.

What We Offer

• Employee-only base medical coverage at no cost to the employee
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with Company match up to 5%
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Training and advancement opportunities
• A hands-on, non-corporate work environment
• Company and team events

Why 5th Axis?

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being on the road while also being part of a manufacturing and operations team. Our drivers play an important role in keeping materials and products moving between facilities, suppliers, customers, and other business partners.

For experienced drivers, the position also provides opportunities to take on greater responsibility in route coordination, logistics support, troubleshooting, training, and continuous improvement.

5th Axis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.