WAREHOUSE WORKER / CDL DRIVER

Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization is seeking a Warehouse / Driver in Utica, NY, to ensure smooth materials flow from receipt to shipping. Responsibilities include order selection, operating forklifts, and maintaining a safe work environment. Candidates need a high school diploma, a CDL B license, and a minimum of one year of warehouse experience. This is a full-time position offering $21/hr, with an emphasis on teamwork and safety. Interested individuals from various backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to repeatedly lift cartons weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must have a solid work history that demonstrates reliability.
• Minimum of one year warehouse work experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain smooth flow of materials from receipt to shipping.
• Select orders from inventory and complete paperwork accurately.
• Perform daily inspections of delivery vehicles and maintain a safe driving record.
• Assist with picking and delivering products between agency locations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Order selection accuracy

Effective communication

Computer skills

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL B with airbrake and passenger endorsement

Job description

CABVI is seeking a Warehouse / Driver to maintain smooth and accurate flow of materials from receipt, to transfer, to storage and shipping.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

• Act as Team player, adaptable to changing multiple priorities.
• Ability to learn and become certified as a forklift operator.
• Select orders from inventory and completes appropriate paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Carefully read the complete customer generated product pick ticket to identify products needed for selection – noting unit of measure, quantity, special shipping instructions, etc.
• Accurately and in accordance with documented procedures, select product from inventory using a scan gun device and completes appropriate paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Unload inbound materials and accurately and legibly record on the appropriate paperwork.
• Prepare finished product for shipping by stacking according to customer requirements, applying appropriate labels and shrink-wrapping pallets.
• Load & unload trucks and containers by hand, with pallet jacks and/or forklifts. Certified on all company forklifts and operates in a safe and responsible manner.
• Select and package small parcel orders. Proficient on the documentation and processing of UPS and Federal Express orders.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, efficient and safe warehousing environment.
• Minimize damaged product. Repack and re-box as necessary. Call all safety concerns to the attention of management.
• Any and all other duties and projects assigned.
• Transport, load, and unload goods at various agency locations ensuring efficient and accurate recording of material transfers with scan gun system.
• Assist with picking and delivering products, as needed, between agency locations and for external customers.
• Daily inspections of all delivery vehicles – include fueling, cleaning and reporting any maintenance requirements.
• Abide by all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record.
• Complete all required paperwork in an accurate and legible manner to include transfer sheets, DOT Logs, VCR’s.
• Safely handle company equipment and materials.

Leadership Skills

Must have a team player mentality committed to maintaining a positive and safe work environment. Must be able to take direction and work cooperatively with warehouse management and Warehouse Worker IIs.

Communication Skills

Must have good listening skills and ability to effectively communicate.

Computer/Technical Skills

Strong computer and math skills needed for accuracy in picking orders and maintenance of inventory. Must be willing to learn new technology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to repetitively lift, sort and stack cartons weighing up to 50 lbs. Ability to travel at least 50% of the time. Good vision necessary.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED required. Solid work history that demonstrates reliability. Minimum of one year warehouse work experience required. Must have a CDL B with airbrake and passenger endorsement. Ability to become certified on all company forklifts and operates in a safe and responsible manner.

CABVI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Full time – $21/hr