Shipper/Driver

Company Description Beverly Knits designs and develops fabric for all markets, including intimate apparel, active wear, outdoor products, mattress and bedding, automotive, industrial, and medical. We also produce fire retardant products for apparel, bedding and industrial end uses. Beverly Knits is one of the largest circular knitters in the U.S., and has created industry-leading solutions for some of the world s greatest brands of performance wear, athletic footwear, and intimate apparel. The ability to innovate and respond quickly to changing demands has been a hallmark of Beverly Knits since its founding. Have your CDL and want to drive local? Beverly Knits is where you want to be. Shipper/Driver utilizesmaterial handlingequipment (e.g., hand truck, pallet jack, fork lift) to receive and unload incoming raw material from trucks, and load outgoing product. Shipper/Driver will also have driving responsibilities using a box truck or tractor-trailer to transport and deliver products between our plants or to our customers. This role works closely with our shipping manager, supervisors and other team members to ensure we are delivering high quality fabrics to satisfy our customers. Positionwill be responsible for safely operating a truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). Responsibilities: Safely operate a heavy or tractor-trailer truck Load and unload cargo Properly track and document activity log Report any issues or incidents to dispatch Inspect truck before and after trip Coordinate with the shipping manager on daily shipments and activities Ensure transfers are completed in a timely manner Ensure freight carriers are loaded and unloaded as required Utilize shipping resources (materials and equipment) for optimum department effectiveness Maintain accurate inventory and perform key duties during the companys physical inventories Wrap/palletize and organize orders based on customer needs by load size and carrier Inspect trailers prior to loading and secure loads on trailers Maintain material handling equipment and ensure proper charging Provide backup assistance for the shipping manager as needed or directed Operate company trucks and forklifts according to safety training guidelines Maintain high level of housekeeping essential to the efficient transport of high quality knit fabrics Seek continuous improvements allowing Beverly Knits to continue to be a market leader Be enthusiastic about delivering exceptional products toour customers and be a positive, motivated team member A valid Class ADriver License Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Valid DOT Medical Certification Successfully complete company background and drug screening requirements Previous experience (at least 3 years)in truck driving or other logistic related fields Ability to attain in-house certification for operating a fork lift, and other material handling equipment Physical abilityto stand, walk and kneel on concrete floors, climb ladders, move 75 pound rolls and reach above head Strong work ethic