Warehouse Associate/Driver - CDL, Class A Required

Warehouse Associate/Local Truck Driver With CDL AThis position is responsible for the transfer of materials, products, and other general commodities from the main manufacturing plant to a local warehouse across the street. This position will be responsible for loading and unloading a semi-trailer using a forklift and other miscellaneous warehouse duties. This position is 95% warehouse, requiring the driver to move product between the manufacturing plant and our warehouse across the street. Work Schedule: 1st Shift:6:00 AM - 2:00 PM Monday - Friday Responsibilities: Receive and follow dispatch orders/instructions. Conduct pre and post trip inspection of vehicle at specified intervals. Operate forklift and perform loading and unloading. Support production from off-site warehouse in any way that is needed. Drive semi-trailer observing Department of Transportation, State, Federal and RTP Company guidelines safe driving rules and regulations. Communicate with Shipping & Receiving, Maintenance, Safety, on breakdowns, accidents, product damage, emergencies, and other issues. Fuel vehicle at approved locations. Prepare all trip records and DOT logs daily. Use ELD's (electronic log device) as required. Participate in Company meetings and quality improvement activities. Strong knowledge of safety regulations and traffic laws. Other duties as assigned. Skills and AbilitiesMust frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds Must be dependable and have excellent attendance Must have ability to work with minimal supervision Must have ability to make decisions within the scope of the job responsibilities Must have a positive attitude Must be willing and able to work overtime as needed Must be willing and able to work in temperature extremes hot and cold Must be able to pass a forklift test Must be able to pass a respirator fit test Attendance is an essential function of the position Must be able to read, write, and speak English Education and ExperienceMust have a valid and unrestricted Class A CDL driver's license Must have and maintain a satisfactory (as rated by DOT) driving record Preferred high school diploma or equivalent Must have a strong work ethic Must have a strong safety awareness Preferred forklift experience 2 years' truck driving experience Physical Requirements and Working ConditionsContacts:Internal Continuously (67 - 100%) External Frequently (33 64%) Contacts involve giving or exchanging information of a limited controversial nature. Regularly: Required to sit and stand for long periods of time. Frequently: Lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, dust, fumes, airborne particles, chemical dust, hot and cold weather conditions. Exposed to moving mechanical parts. Talk and hear to coordinate day-to-day phone and in person transactions Communicates via phone, email, in person Occasionally: Exposed to hazardous materials as defined by OSHA Hazard Communication standard. Other: Standard office and truck environment. The noise level is usually low, due to office equipment and roadway.