Warehouse Associate/ Driver CDL Class A or B ONLY

Mutual Trading Co., Inc.

Houston, Texas

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$22.10–$29.73

SKILLS

CDL Driver's License, Class A License, Communication Skills, Customer Satisfaction, Delivery Driving, Dental Insurance, Depth Perception, Detail Oriented, Distribution Channel, Distribution Services, Driver's License, English Language, FIFO, Food and Beverage Industry, Forklift, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Japanese Language, Korean Language, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Logistics, Mathematics, Multilingual, Order Picking/Packing, Organizational Skills, Pallet Jack, Purchasing/Procurement, Receiving Inspection, Regulations, Restaurant, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Shipping/Receiving, Small Company, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Truck Driver, Vietnamese Language, Vision Plan, Warehousing, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Houston, Texas

POSTED

30+ days ago

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.

We are looking for an experienced CDL driver to join our coming soon branch in Houston, Texas. In this important role, you will be responsible for CDL truck driving and long-distance delivery, providing excellent services to our distributors or restaurant customers, and performing efficient warehouse functions. You will work in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment that continuous progress is highly regarded.

Benefits:

All paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents
Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match
Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
Location: Houston, TX
Hours: 8AM - 5PM

Essential Job Functions:

Completes door to door deliveries by driving 26’ straight truck on assigned routes with regional delivery for 1-2 nights per week (Between Mon - Fri. OFF on weekend) and delivery area across TX and LA.
Documents, records, and completes driver log when making deliveries
Complies with DOT Rules and regulations and safety navigates the Company vehicle
Makes product deliveries and loads delivery trucks in a timely manner
Picks and assembles orders as indicated on the pick list
Stacks and organizes warehouse pallets
Assists receiving with unloading, stocking, and inventory check in a timely manner
Inspects received products for damage and volume accuracy and documents accordingly
Accurately stocks inventory in the assigned warehouse location and rotates product inventory to maintain a First-IN, First-OUT (FIFO) food storage system
Partakes in warehouse upkeep and ensures the stockroom is clean and organized
Coordinates with salespersons to assemble urgent deliveries to customers
Maintains high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service
Participates in the weekly warehouse meetings
Attend semiannual inventory count on designated day, possibly on a weekend
Provides logistics support for Company events and functions outside of normal working hours
Other duties as assigned
Obligation to answer to all management as requested

Physical Requirements

Able to drive manual transmission (10 speed) truck
Able to work without sitting for extended periods of time, including standing and walking
Able to talk, hear, climb, balance, reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently
Able to handle and move 50+ pounds assisted frequently
Specific vision abilities are required, including close and distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus and maintain clarity.
Able to drive for a majority of the daily working hours
Working Conditions
Noise Level: Normal to loud
Location: Indoor in the office or at customer sites (restaurants, wholesalers, distributors, etc.), travelling

Other Requirements

Conversational level English required; Business level English preferred;
Bilingual in Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, or Japanese is a plus
Has and maintains a valid CDL driver’s license and a clean driving record
Sit down or reach truck forklift operation experience required
Able to work weekends, holidays, and afterhours as needed
Maintains a positive attitude
Works efficiently both independently and in a team
Adapts to frequent changes in assignments and workload
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 1 year of general warehousing experience required
Minimum 2 year of truck driving/delivery experience required
Willingness to travel: 100% required
Must be over 21 years old (DOT regulation)

Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Possesses basic mathematical knowledge such as counting inventory, weight and measurement conversions, combining, etc.
Has strong communications and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates awareness of proper warehouse safety procedures
Forklift training and/or certification preferred
Knowledge of Japanese foods and liquors preferred

Disclaimers:
This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related duties as instructed or requested by the department manager or other management as needed, subject to reasonable accommodation and business needs. The information contained herein is subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, and no part of this document is to be construed as an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the “at-will” employment status with the Company. Requirements are subject to accommodations with 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.

Warehouse Associate/ Driver CDL Class A or B ONLY

Mutual Trading Co., Inc.

Houston, Texas

About the Company

Mutual Trading Co., Inc.

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