What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping and Receiving Driver position at MW Components?
Shipping/Receiving Driver
MW Industries, Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of highly-engineered industrial springs, fasteners, bellows, and related metal components. With several manufacturing locations throughout the United States, MW Industries designs and creates products for a variety of industries, including medical, aerospace, energy, and automotive. Our products can be encountered in many everyday applications, such as driving a car, flying in an airplane, using electronics, or shopping at a grocery store. Through decades of growth, innovation, and dedication, MW Industries has proven to be a world-class supplier of custom springs, fasteners, and precision metal components.
JOB SUMMARY
The Shipping/Receiving Driver is responsible for the timely delivery of products, as well as assisting with all daily shipping and receiving activities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Safely operate company vehicles to deliver products to various locations within a designated area.
- Ensure timely delivery of shipments while adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Load and unload products from the vehicle, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage.
- Provide excellent customer service during deliveries, addressing any questions or concerns from customers professionally.
- Build positive relationships with clients through effective communication and reliability.
- Verifies products prior to packaging and follows packaging instructions.
- Prepares items for shipment, including completing shipping notices, bills of lading and any other required documents.
- Determines shipping priorities, work assignments and shipping methods to meet shipping schedules, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
- Ensures accuracy, completeness, and condition of outgoing shipments.
- Packages product according to work instructions.
- Must be able to create advanced shipping notifications for applicable clients.
- Receive incoming shipments, verifying the quantity and quality of products against purchase orders or packing lists.
- Inspect received goods for damage or discrepancies and report any issues to management promptly.
- Organize received items in the warehouse according to established procedures.
- Follow all safety protocols while driving and handling materials
- Assist production and assist other management personnel as needed.
SKILLS and ABILITIES
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certifications related to logistics is a plus.
- Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Previous experience in shipping/receiving, logistics, or a related field preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to lift heavy packages (up to 40 lbs) safely.
- Ability to go up and down stairs
- Forklift certification is a plus
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- This position may require working outdoors in various weather conditions during deliveries.
EEOC Statement:
MW Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Visit us at www.mw-ind.com for more information about MW Industries, Inc. and our affiliate companies.
