Driver CDL/Warehouse Associate

This position is represented by a labor union.

Schedule

• While driving: Monday to Friday, starting time 11 PM - 2 AM, finishing when work is done, 40-50 hours/week, some occasional Saturdays
• In warehouse: Monday to Friday, starting at 6 AM, finishing when work is done, 40 hours/week and some occasional Saturdays

Primary location: 5812 Distribution Dr. Memphis, TN 38141. Intrastate/Interstate routes: TN, AR, MS, and MO.

About the Role

As a Driver CDL/Warehouse Associate, you'll play a vital role in delivering our products safely and efficiently to various stores and warehouses. This combination position involves both driving and warehouse responsibilities, providing flexibility and variety throughout the year based on business needs.

As a driver, you'll ensure timely deliveries and maintain safety standards. As a warehouse associate, you'll prepare trucks for drivers by stocking them with our renowned products.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with procedures and conduct regular safety checks on warehouse equipment and driving equipment (tractor, trailer, pallet jack, etc.).
• Complete daily field service activities, including preparing customer invoices, truck logs, and maintenance records.
• Perform all duties as scheduled by Foreman and Supervisor.
• Coordinate with retail customers and receiving personnel in delivery areas; communicate customer needs to our customer service team.
• Participate in warehouse activities, including truck unloading, stock counting, order processing, and maintaining warehouse organization.
• Perform order picking, palletizing, and loading/unloading delivery trucks.
• Accurately assemble and load products on delivery trucks in a timely manner.
• Maintain an accurate running inventory.
• Adhere to safety and quality checks to protect staff and products.
• Follow schedules and instructions from the Route Manager or Dispatch for efficient operations.
• Record, report, and return defective items as per company policy.
• Accept, verify, inspect, and record all deliveries and shipments.
• Utilize a smartphone and electronic logging device (ELD) for logging driving times and use a scanner for deliveries.
• Be flexible with daily changing routes and working times.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions and varying temperatures.

Requirements

• Must have a CDL-Class A license and at least one year of proven safe driving experience.
• Must have a valid REAL ID driver's license, U.S. passport, or federal ID (required for accessing military base facilities).
• Capable of performing repetitive tasks in a fast-paced work environment, including physical activities like lifting, bending, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Capable of passing requirements for relevant licenses to operate equipment.
• Strong adaptability to take on diverse responsibilities and perform other assigned duties.
• Must successfully pass a drug test, MVR, and background check.
• FMCSA's Clearinghouse Registration required.

Qualifications

• Preferred direct store delivery experience (DSD).
• Experience with forklifts and/or pallet jacks is a plus.

Pay

• While driving: $27.10/hour
• While in warehouse: $22/hour

Benefits

The position offers healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and paid time off, in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Some benefits have eligibility requirements.