Picking and packaging orders. One department picks order with carts and places in shipping boxes. Another department picks order with pallet jack and builds delivery pallet as they pull items. Another department picks order in a freezer and places product in thermal bags.
Unload shipments from trucks and/or semi-trailers with use of forklift power equipment.
Place and check-in delivery shipments into inventory by self or with crew.
Conduct overstock operations with use of electric reach truck equipment.
Possible early morning assist drivers with loading their trucks.
Take your turn taking out the garbage.
Cleaning warehouse space on Fridays.
Load and unload truck in a secure method to protect product.
Perform store-front delivery function in a safe and efficient manner. Some pallet drop situations.
Operate a medium duty truck in a safe and professional manner.
Accurately fill out delivery route sheet when delivering on a route.
Keep truck in a clean, good working order condition, and report any issues immediately.
Prepare pallets for next day loading.
Assist warehouse on picking orders in a proficient way, when there is not any driving duties.
Job Requirements:
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must have a valid driver’s license with a good motor vehicle report. Minimum Class C non-CDL license.
Must have or acquire upon hire a DOT medical health card.
Must show ability to operate medium duty truck safely and in a professional mannr.
Must comply with FMCSA regulations and company policies.
Should be in good health and physical condition to work with truck daily. Must be able to lift 30 pounds repetitively.
Conduct self with positive attitude and conduct good customer service when delivering.
Must be punctual and have excellence employment attendance history.
Benefits:
Starting hourly wage of $20.00 – $22.00.
Weekly paycheck.
Paid national holidays.
Earned vacation pay and 5 days annual PTO.
Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Health Insurance available after 90 days of employment. Employee contributes 20% of their premium and 40% of additional coverage for spouse and/or family members.
Simple Employee IRA Program. Vested after 2 – 3 years with 5% of annual salary invested in retirement account.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Job stability. We have not had a work lay off in 73 years.
Casual work environment.
Food allowance for dog and cat owners.
Middle West Distributors, Inc.
1195 Atlantic Drive, West Chicago, IL 60185 630-876-8990
