JOB TITLE: Delivery Associate (Senior Warehouse Associate)
JOB SUMMARY:
The vision of the Mecklenburg County ABC Board is to be a trusted and innovative leader in the spirits industry, connecting, people, purpose and community. The Senior Warehouse Associate drives truck or automobile over established route to deliver/pick up merchandise and other materials, and receives, stores, and distributes inventory by performing the following duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drives trucks to deliver inventory, materials, tools, or other stock items to stores and stacks appropriately.
- Sorts and places materials or items in stacks and organizes by size, color, or product code.
- Records the amount of materials or items received or distributed.
- Conveys materials and items from receiving areas to storage or to other designated areas in stores.
- Locates and selects merchandise and verifies against delivery sheet specifications.
- Reads shipping order or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Verifies accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Stacks and secures items in position on truck to prevent damage during shipment.
- Loads and unloads vehicles by hand or by use of hand truck or dolly.
- Documents information related to receipts and deliveries by obtaining appropriate signatures.
- Responsible for all shipping and receiving documentation to and from the warehouse.
- Participates in monthly warehouse inventory activities, such as prepping and counting products and investigating variances.
- Utilizes an inventory scan system to verify product accuracy and complete inventory tasks.
- Ensures that routinely scheduled maintenance and cleaning is performed on department vehicles.
- Participates in janitorial maintenance of warehouse facilities and office facility grounds such as sweeping, taking out trash, and consolidating empty pallets.
- Fills requisitions or requests for materials, tools, or other stock items and distributes items to stores.
- Assist Warehouse Associates in performing warehouse duties as needed.
- Other duties as needed and assigned.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) OR
- o Internal Transfers allowed 6 months to prepare and pass CDL Training Class and Test
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in delivery, distribution, warehouse, or route driving required
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred
- Clean driving record meeting company standards
- Familiarity with handheld scanners or delivery apps a plus.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
- Ability to speak, read, and write English in a capacity sufficient to perform the tasks of the position.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to supervisors and staff.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing this job, the employee frequently needs to stand, walk, use their hands for tasks like handling or feeling, reaching with their arms.
- They must regularly lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds and will occasionally lift and/or move items weighing 50+ pounds.
- Communicate both verbally and in writing and listening.
- Occasionally, the employee will need to sit, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Specific vision requirements for this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- As required by DMV/DOT – must be able to successfully pass DOT physical exam
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Exposure to Elements: Employees may be required to work in areas without climate control, leading to exposure to heat, cold, rain, or snow. This can affect comfort and safety.
- Seasonal Challenges: In summer, high temperatures can lead to heat stress, requiring hydration and frequent breaks. In winter, cold weather can pose risks such as frostbite and slippery surfaces.
- Protective Gear: Workers typically wear appropriate clothing for the weather, including insulated jackets, gloves, and waterproof boots in cold or wet conditions. In hot weather, breathable fabrics and sun protection are essential.
- Working Conditions: Tasks might include loading and unloading goods outdoors, at times, using ramps which can be physically demanding and require proper techniques to prevent injury.
- Safety Protocols: Employers often implement safety measures such as training on handling slippery surfaces and ensuring proper equipment maintenance to mitigate risks related to weather conditions.
- Adaptability: Employees need to be adaptable, ready to adjust their workflow based on changing weather conditions and maintain communication with supervisors regarding safety.
- Noise: Typically, a moderate noise level.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
The incumbent reports to the Assistant Warehouse Manager.
