Switch Driver - Non-CDL - Lumber warehouse 2nd shift - Benefits - NOVO Building Products : Job Details

Novo Building Products is an industry-leading manufacturer and distributor of stair parts, mouldings, doors, and specialty millwork, along with a variety of board products. Based in Zeeland, Michigan, Novo Building Products operates Ornamental Decorative Millwork, L.J. Smith Stair Systems, and Novo Direct.This role will be Monday - Friday 2pm - 10:30pm, starts at $18 per hour, benefits at 60 days, nine paid holidays per year!Essential Responsibilities:

• Drives a tractor trailer or straight truck in a safe manner to staging area for loading.

• Perform inspection of the tractor and trailer per company and DOT (Department of Transportation} policies and regulations

• Check trailer to assure all product and packing slips are on proper loads.
• Opens and closes curtains and secures loads by ratcheting down straps on trailers to facilitate loading product for transport.

• Communicates any issues with tractor/trailer to Supervisor.
• Follows all safety rules and operates equipment in a safety-conscious manner.
• Assists in duties within the warehouse, meeting all requirements of forklift driver.

• Performs other duties as assigned

Basic Responsibilities:

• Effectively perform all essential functions, including physical requirements
• Acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Basic math, interpersonal/team, and reasoning skills
• Use of proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and company approved tools while remaining aware of hazards and maintaining a safe work environment.

• Ability to read, understand and carry out written procedures and standard work instructions.
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Flexibility in scheduling - able to work overtime as needed Ability to learn product inventory and warehouse layout and operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year preferred commercial driving experience.
• Previous experience in a distribution or manufacturing facility.
• No travel requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to withstand exposure to seasonal weather elements and wood dust
• Ability to pass and maintain an active DOT Physical
• Able to withstand exposure to seasonal weather elements and wood dust.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to get in and out of Tractor independently.
• Ability to use hands to manipulate, handle or feel.
• Reaching above shoulder height.
• Reaching with hands and arms
• Operating and moving equipment/driving
• Lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. without assistance

Why Work with Us?We offer competitive wages, shift premiums, and benefits. Benefits include a clean work environment, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, Paid Time Off (PTO), and a 401k program with employer match.We have a dynamic culture with team members who are encouraged to contribute, change, and grow and are rewarded accordingly. If you're passionate about contributing to a great team, we would love to hear from you!For more information, please visit our website at www.novobp.com/careersNOVO Building Products is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer M/F/D/V#NOVOeg