Driver
Job Details
Job Title: Driver Team Member
Location: Bell, CA
Work Arrangement: Onsite
About the Role
Position function: Reporting to the Operations Facility Manager, the individual will be responsible to perform all distribution operations related activities in accordance with Caldic USA’s policies and procedures to ensure customer requirements are met and Caldic USA safety, quality and environmental standards are maintained.
Scope: The Distribution Team Member’s responsibilities include the appropriate handling and storage of all items received, picked and shipped. The completion of all system transactions in Syacc and the ASC warehouse management system to ensure the accuracy of inventory records. The individual will adhere to all shipping and receiving policies and procedures so that all tasks are completed safely and efficiently through the use of appropriate systems, tools and equipment provided by Caldic. This position will also work closely with regional Customer Service, Replenishment, Sales, third party carriers and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
Operations:
- Order picking, receiving, put-away or loading; posting out shipment and receipts.
- To be familiar with all shipping, receiving, and shipping office procedures; ensure safety, productivity and efficiency while adhering to operations procedures.
- Print daily pick tickets for current day and up to two days ahead to maximize departmental productivity and efficiency; organize orders based on orders being shipped by outside carriers and customer pick-ups.
- Responsible to monitor Syacc daily for newly created orders to effectively plan for picking, staging and loading of orders.
- Use WMS and other computer systems as required. Use appropriate inventory policy – i.e. FEFO – First expiry first out.
- Process RMAs for inventory returns; may be due to damage, incorrect product, leaks, or customer overstock returns.
- Communicate with Western replenishment / customer service to ensure product is available to meet requested delivery dates.
- Perform inventory counts and maintain shipping material stock (pallets, slip sheets, label stock).
- Ensure the warehouse area is maintained in a clean and safe fashion representative of a food processing facility.
- Support the health and safety policies and programs within the company by working in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, safe work practices and procedures established by Caldic.
- All other deemed necessary tasks as required by the Operations Facility Manager.
Driver:
- Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on truck.
- Bring POD copy to the shipping/receiving office upon return.
- Consult the daily run sheet to determine pick-ups and deliveries for the day.
- Fill in tote return form to ensure proper documentation and condition of totes being returned.
- Verify and load merchandise on truck and keep padlock at all times during deliveries.
- Fill in “run sheet” at each delivery or pickup, recording time of arrival, time of departure, customer location and details of delivery.
- Have bill of lading signed by the customer or pick-up location receiver or shipper. Leave signed copy with customer. Keep original signature.
- Responsible to capture, report and submit all truck damages through the incident report form.
- Record the monthly kilometers of truck to report to fleet rental company as assigned.
- Contain and clean up minor spills using the spill kit provided with each Caldic commercial truck; drivers are responsible for ensuring that any used spill kit items are replenished.
- Complete vehicle inspection checklist and submit to shipping/receiving office; any damages or equipment malfunctions should be repaired by fleet rental company or as directed by Lead Hand.
Job Requirements & Skills
- Minimum grade 12 education or equivalent
- Must possess a Commercial Driver's license
- Minimum 3 years of distribution experience
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis
- Must have strong computer skills
- Food industry related experience considered an asset
- Leadership experience a strong asset
- Forklift and Reach truck license is required
- Knowledge of a warehouse management system and use of RF scanner is important
About Caldic
At Caldic, we’re a global leader in distribution solutions, serving diverse markets across the world. Joining us means becoming part of an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and innovation-driven team.
We offer:
- Global opportunities with rapid career growth and development
- An inclusive, diverse, and dynamic work environment
- The chance to shape the future of specialty ingredient solutions across industries like food, pharma, personal care, and more
We operate in 43 countries around the world. Our innovative solutions are tailored to meet the needs of industries such as food, pharma, personal care, and industrial markets, ensuring sustainable success for all stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.caldic.com
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Caldic celebrates diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, or any other characteristic.
Bell, US