Logistics Associate Class A/B - Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

Geismar, LA 70734

About the Job

Overview

The Distribution Driver Class A/B is responsible for delivering products to clients; inspect general condition of vehicle; prepare, load, unload, operate, and clean vehicle including following all safety precautions in accordance with SGWS and Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines. Review standing orders, develop sales, process payments, and maintain records.

Primary Responsibilities:

Deliver statewide products to bars, restaurants, hotels, or other customer locations.
Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicles.
Receive payment for goods delivered.
Sort merchandise by invoice for delivery.
Adhere to the safe and courteous operation of the delivery vehicle at all times.
Check-in money and returned goods daily with Driver Check-in & Accounting Cashier.
Complete all required paperwork daily, including the Department of Transportation logbook and driver vehicle inspection report (DVIR).
Report to work in adherence to company uniform standards (e.g., neat, clean, and properly attired).
Adhere to all Safety regulations, and perform all duties in a safe manner.
Plan trip logistics and obtain necessary documents to transport goods.
Load and unloaded cargo to make sure safety equipment is being utilized.
Ensure cargo is secured properly and compliant with safety requirements.
Report any incidents to dispatcher.
Follow/adhere to all traffic laws.
Maintain vehicle, product, and equipment tidy and in good working order.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1 year of experience.
Class A or B Commercial Driver's License required.
Must be at least 21 years of age.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping.
Additional hours may be required during October, November, and December, and other peak periods.
Capable of working flexible hours which could include overnight, early morning, and/or late evening.
May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 56lbs.

This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position. As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test.

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state, and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

About Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits:

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits is the largest distributor of beverage alcohol in North America, and proud to be a multi-generational, family-owned company. Southern Glazer’s has a proud history of consistently delivering impeccable service in 44 states, plus the District of Columbia, and Canada. It’s all made possible by our employees. Our careers focus on delivering a captivating and rewarding experience. Challenging our colleagues every step of the way, we provide the tools for them to grow, succeed and accomplish both their personal and professional goals. Together, we can deliver the highest quality service for our suppliers and our customers while we put you on the career path you’ve been looking for.Southern Glazer’s is nationally recognized by its supplier partners as well as by its customers for its state-of-the-art distribution capabilities and its leading-edge information technology. We also believe in the importance of giving back, being a socially responsible corporate citizen and making contributions to national, state and local charitable organizations.

Source : Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits