Warehouse Associate/Driver - Commercial Driver License Required

Company: Mutual Trading Co., Inc.
Location: El Monte
Posted on: May 8, 2024

Job Description:

Who we are:Established in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. was originally a small co-op organization for centralized purchasing of basic import foods to service the needs of the early Japanese immigrant society in Southern California. We've grown nearly 100 years old now, and command a premiere position among Japanese foodservice suppliers, as well as fill a key role as "Culinary Ambassador" promoting Japanese foods worldwide. Currently, we import, manufacture, and distribute over 7,000 Japanese foods, beverages, restaurant equipment and supplies.Sign-On Bonus: New Hires will receive a $500 sign-on bonus after completing 3 months of employment.If you have a Class A License, the rate starts at $29.69 There is also a $200/month driver allowance for Class A.If you have a Class B License, the rate starts at $29.40 There is also a $150/month driver allowance for Class B.Hours: M-F: 8AM - 5PM; 1 hr. lunch; OT may applyBenefitsAll paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependentsLife Insurance and 401k Plan with company matchUniform and safety shoes are provided by the companyJob Responsibilities and DutiesCompletes door to door deliveries by driving company truck on assigned routePicks and assembles customer orders as indicated on the pick listMaintains and safely navigates the Company vehicleDocuments, records, and completes driver log when making deliveriesCoordinates with manager and salespersons to assemble urgent deliveries to customersMaintains high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent serviceParticipate in the weekly warehouse meetingsAttend semiannual inventory count on designated day, possibly on a weekendProvide logistics support for Company events and functions outside of normal working hoursOther duties as assignedObligation to answer to all management as requestedPhysical RequirementsAble to drive for a majority of the daily working hoursAble to work without sitting for extended periods of time, including standing and walkingAble to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds frequentlyAble to handle and move up to 165 pounds assisted frequentlyWorking ConditionsNoise Level: Loud while indoorsOther RequirementsConversational level English required; Business level English preferredAble to operate forklift and warehouse machinery in compliance with safety guidelinesAble to work weekends, holidays, afterhours, and 2nd Shift as neededHas and maintains a clean driving recordMaintains a positive attitudeWorks efficiently independently and in a teamAdapts to frequent changes in assignments and workloadHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredMinimum 1 year of general warehousing experience required2+ years of driver, delivery, and/or freezer experience preferredKnowledge and skillsDemonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detailPossesses basic mathematical knowledge such as counting inventory, weight and measurement conversions, combining, etc.Has strong communications and interpersonal skillsDemonstrates awareness of proper warehouse safety proceduresForklift training and/or certification preferredReach Truck certification preferredKnowledge of Japanese foods and liquors preferredClass B License requiredDisclaimersThis position description incorporates the general duties, responsibilities and requirements of the above position but is not intended to be exhaustive.
The Company may, in its sole discretion, make changes in the job description above to conform to evolving Company needs and operations and thereby add to or modify such duties, responsibilities and requirements in such manner as may be reasonably related to the position as described, by direction of the department manager or other management as needed and subject to reasonable accommodation.
No change in the terms and conditions of employment is intended by any of the foregoing nor is any part of this document is intended to supersede the collective bargaining agreement or otherwise constitute and express or implied contract of employment with any individual.
Requirements are subject to accommodation under the ADA, FEHA and all other applicable federal and state laws.
Please report any changes of essential job functions to the Human Resources Department.Mutual Trading Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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