Driver / Material Handler

SUMMARY

The Driver / Material Handler role is responsible for the safe, timely transportation of finished goods and work in process (WIP) materials using Springs Fabrication company vehicles. This position primarily supports local customer deliveries and subcontractor transfers to ensure uninterrupted production flow and on time shipment performance. When not actively driving, this role will support Material Handler activities to assist receiving, staging, and internal material movement

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES other duties may be assigned

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES (DRIVING)

• Operate company owned trucks to: 
  • Deliver finished goods to local customers
  • Transport WIP materials to and from approved local subcontractors
• Ensure loads are properly secured, protected, and accompanied by correct paperwork
• Coordinate pickup and delivery timing with: 
  • Supply Chain
  • Production
  • Quality
  • Subcontractors and customers
• Perform pre trip and post trip vehicle inspections; report maintenance or safety concerns
• Maintain clean, organized, and professional condition of company vehicles
• Represent Springs Fabrication in a professional manner when interfacing with customers, suppliers, and subcontract partners

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITES (MATERIAL HANDLING SUPPORT)

When driving demand allows, support Material Handler functions including:

• Loading and unloading inbound and outbound shipments
• Staging materials for production and shipping
• Assisting with internal material movement using forklifts or pallet jacks
• Supporting packaging and shipping efforts for same day shipments
• Maintaining material identification, segregation, and traceability per company procedures
• Assisting with physical inventory counts or cycle counting as directed

SAFETY, QUALITY AND COMPLIANCE

• Operate vehicles and material handling equipment in compliance with safety policies
• Follow all applicable traffic laws, DOT requirements (non CDL), and company procedures
• Support material traceability, identification, and handling requirements per QMS
• Report incidents, near misses, or non conformances promptly

QUALIFICATIONS: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• High school diploma or GED is required.  
• One year experience as a Material Handler, Warehouse Associate, or similar position using warehouse equipment (e.g. forklifts, pallet jacks).
• One year of experience with driving up to a 26,000lb GVWR truck and trailer 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must be able to obtain company forklift operation and crane certification within 30 days of accepting position.

SKILLS and ABILITIES: 

Must be able to effectively:

• safely load, secure, and unload materials and products
• utilize strong time management and communication skills
• be detail oriented while in a fast paced environment.
• Interpret drawings, diagrams, specifications and other technical documentation;
• work flexible hours to support production schedules and on demand needs;
• read, interpret, and adhere to quality and safety policy and program requirements;
• safely move material utilizing manual and powered company equipment and vehicles; 
• communicate issues and derive resolution to basic issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or listen.  The employee frequently is required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Salary : $20 - $24