Logistics Specialist - CDL Driver at PerfectVision

Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

CDL Driving, Shipping, Receiving, Delivery Operations, Picker/Packer, Forklift Operation, Pallet Jack Operation, Loading, Unloading, Route Planning, Pre-trip Inspections, Post-trip Inspections, Cargo Securing, Inventory Cycle Counts, Customer Service, Material Handling

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

Logistics Specialist – CDL Driver Position Summary PerfectVision is searching for a Picker/Packer with a CDL license to help us with our shipping, receiving, and delivery operations for our steel distribution business. In this position, you will work in our distribution center, packing, labeling, scanning, loading, and delivering outgoing shipments. Our ideal applicant has general warehouse or order picking experience and an extensive CDL background. Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be abel to perform each essential function and basic duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disability to perform the essential functions and basic duties. Essential Functions Statement(s) Logistics Specialist – Picker/Packer * Reads customer order, work order, or shipping order to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed or shipped. * Assist in shipping and receiving (as needed) unloading trucks, checking in merchandise using receiving documents, matches and reviews purchase orders to packing lists to ensure all required items are included: documents information relating to receipt, storage or distribution of materials for processing. * Operate forklift and/or manual pallet jack for moving or storing material. * Moves materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas. * Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequences such as size, type, color, or product item number. * Fills work order or requests for materials, tools or other stock items and distributes items to shipping or to designated route driver storage area. * Packs, crates, and ships product and material to distribution centers, departments, and vendors. Includes shrink wrapping, boxing, and labeling. Marks materials with identifying information using appropriate methods: i.e. Barcodes. * Assist in cycle counts of physical inventory. Keeps warehouse and work area organized at all times. * Bundling pipe, angle, and other associated steel components and accessories. * Keeps warehouse and work area organized at all times. Logistics Specialist – CDL Driver * Read customer order, work order, or shipping order to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed, loaded, or shipped. * Operate forklift and/or manual pallet jack for loading outbound shipments. * Move materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas. * Provides quality review of all outbound shipments and makes spot corrections and training for picking errors. * Pack, crates, and ships product and materials to customers. This includes shrink wrapping, boxing, and labeling. * Operate commercial vehicles in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. * Safely load and unload cargo, ensuring that it is properly secured to prevent damage during transit. * Plan routes and schedules to meet delivery deadlines while optimizing fuel efficiency and minimizing downtime. * Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, reporting any maintenance or safety issues promptly. * Maintain accurate records of trips, including driver logs, mileage, and delivery receipts. * Adhere to traffic laws and regulations, including hours of service requirements. * Communicate effectively with Manager/Supervisor to provide updates on delivery status and address any issues or delays. * Assist with loading and unloading of cargo, as needed, and ensure the accurate counting and inspection of freight. * Handle paperwork and documentation asscoatied with shipments, including bill of lading and delivery confirmations. * Operate equipment, such as liftgates, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, to facilitate the loading and unloading process. * Maintain a clean and organized truck, inside and out, and perform routine vehicle maintenance tasks. * Ensure compliance with safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe driving practices. * Provide exceptional customer service by interacting professionally with customers and handling inquiries or concerns. * Follow company policies and procedures related to driver safety, performance, and conduct. Position Qualifications * Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate class and endorsements * Clean driving records with no history of major accidents or traffic violations. * Knowledge of and adherence to all federal and state transportation regulations. * Ability to operate and maintain commercial vehicle safety and effectiveness. * Strong attention to detail and organizational skills for managing paperwork and logs. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with customers and team members. * Physical fitness and the ability to lift and move heavy cargo as needed. * Familiarity with GPS navigation systems and route planning software. * Willingness to work flexible hours and adapt to changing schedules. * Commitment to safety, both for oneself and others on the road. * Professional and customer-oriented attitude. Competency Statement(s) * Accountability – Acceptance of responsibility resulting in anticipation/prevention and problem-solving, which includes identifying problems and issues of varying complexitities and finding effective solutions within few guidelines, inside and outside one’s job, department or organization. * Attention to Detail – Taking responsibility for a thorough and detailed method of working. * Communication – Actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others: shaping and expressing ideas and information with others using the spoken word, as well as expressing ideas and opinions clearly in properly structured, well organzied and grammatically correct reports or documents, utilizing language and terminology that is understandable for the reader. * Computer Literacy – Effective and efficient use of compouters in the working environment to include the Microsoft Windows environment, Outlook, and computerized shipping/tracking programs. * Customer Focus – KNowing the internal and external customers’ business needs and acting accordingly; anticipating customer needs; giving high priority to service and customer satisfaction. * Detail Oriented – Pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. * Ethical/Integrity - Demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards; be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. * Functional Expertise – Acquiring and applying functional knowledge in one’s own area of specialty. * Initiative – Spotting opportunities within your own circle of influence, anticipating threats and acting on them; self-starting rather than waiting passively until the situation demands action. * Interpersonal – Get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals; showing consider for maintaining good relations with others; acting calmly under stress and strain and not being hasty or impetuous. * Organized – Being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. * Persuasiveness – To present an idea or plan in a way that encourages others to adopt a certain stand * Problem Solving – Identify problems and issues of varying complexities and find effective solutions within a few guidelines. * Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy, which includes being at work during your scheduled times, arriving on-time and ready to perform job functions, and demonstrating accuracy with regards to assigned tasks. * Safety and Security – Supports and complies with safety and security requirements. * Sociability and Networking – Supports and complies with safety and security requirements. * Tactful – Show consideration for and maintain good relations with others. * Teamwork – Working as a productive member of a cohesive group toward a common goal and contributing to team development and effective team dynamics. * Time Management – Utilize the available time to organize, follow a systematic method of performing a task, and completing work within given deadlines. Education * HIgh School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) Experience * Previous Warehouse experience including picking, packing, and receiving is preferred but not required. * Previous CDL driver experience including running delivery routes. Computer Skills * May require some use of a computer. Preferably previous experience and/or training with Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. * Computerized shipping/tracking programs such as FedEx and UPS Online. * General knowledge of how to use a calculator, scanner, copy machine, fax machine, printer, telephone and various standard office equipment. * Experience with GPS tracking, route logs, and BOL logs. Certificates & Licenses * CDL Class A Other Requirements * Must regularly lift and/or move up to thirty pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to fifty pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than one hundred pounds. * Being able to safely climb on and off the flatbed to ensure cargo is properly secured. * Being able to strap and tarp cargo on a flatbed. * Primary language used to perform this job is English. Other Physical Requirements * Work while standing 90% of the time * Ability to lift and carry product and equipment 25 lbs or more * Dexterity to work with small components * Constantly make fast, cimple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists * Match or detect differences between colors * See details at close range * Detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness. * Ability to safely enter and exit both forklifts and pickup trucks * Ability to safely reverse trucks and trailers using all available tools to include mirrors. Work Environment * Constantly required to work in a warehouse environment where temperatures vary from hot to cold * Occasionally exposed to moderate noise level * Occasionally exposed to hazardous equipment * Use common protective or safety equipment such as closed toed shoes, glasses, gloves, and hearing protection as required. * Spending prolonged periods of time in a vehicle. * Navigating environments such as roads, highways, and loading docks. * Able to safely drive in adverse weather conditions such as heat, bright light, low light, rain, fog, sleet, snow, etc. Disclosure The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

Responsibilities

The role involves dual responsibilities as a Logistics Specialist and CDL Driver, encompassing warehouse tasks like reading orders, packing, labeling, and operating material handling equipment, alongside driving company vehicles for deliveries.