Warehouse Associate/Driver in Punta Gorda, Florida at Safa Goods LLC

Job Title: Warehouse Associate/Driver

Department: Warehouse & Transportation

Classification: Seasonal

Reports To: Assistant Warehouse Manager

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Position Overview:

The Warehouse Associate/Driver plays a role in daily warehouse operations by handling the picking, packing, and shipping of orders. This position supports the transportation department by serving as a backup driver, going on route and delivering product to customers.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The primary duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Accurately pick products to fulfill orders based on packing slips or system instructions
• Pack items securely and label packages for shipping
• Load, unload, and move boxes
• Receive inbound shipments and verify accuracy of contents
• Inspect items for defects and report any issues as required
• Deliver products to business locations, ensuring accuracy and professionalism during each delivery stop
• Follow assigned routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries
• Follow all traffic laws and demonstrate defensive driving practices
• Receive payments from stores when required and handle funds responsibly

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Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of experience in a Warehouse position
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Must be at least 25 years of age to meet company vehicle insurance requirements and product handling policies
• Strong knowledge of road safety and traffic laws
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions
• Must be reliable and punctual

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift certification or experience is a plus
• Prior delivery driving experience preferred

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Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull boxes and packages weighing up to 60 lbs multiple times throughout the day
• Frequent entering and exiting of a delivery van, including stepping up/down from elevated surfaces
• Regular bending at the waist, squatting, and reaching to load and unload products from shelving, carts, or vehicle interiors
• Prolonged periods of sitting while driving between delivery locations, with intermittent periods of physical exertion
• Exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions, including heat, humidity, and rain during outdoor loading/unloading and store access
• Good hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness to safely operate vehicles and handle merchandise in tight spaces

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Schedule:

• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Shift hours may vary
• Overtime as needed; weekends as needed
• This position is classified as non-exempt, meaning you are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with company policy and applicable law

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Additional Notes:

• Must wear company-provided uniform and comply with all safety policies
• Overtime may be required during peak periods