Warehouse Associate/Driver (CDL Class B)

Industry: Manual Labor

Company: Mutual Trading Company

About us:

Established in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. was originally a small co-op organization for centralized purchasing of basic import foods to service the needs of the early Japanese immigrant society in Southern California. We’ve grown nearly 100 years old now, and command a premiere position among Japanese foodservice suppliers, as well as fill a key role as “Culinary Ambassador” promoting Japanese foods worldwide.

Since 2011, our affiliate, Yamasho Inc. takes pride in providing a variety of restaurant items ranging from non-food to dry and frozen food products to our restaurant customers in its current location in Elk Grove, IL. Today, the company is dedicated to meet and exceed the customers’ expectations and create a unique experience to our customers with the explosion of Japanese food and culture in America.

Benefits

All paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents

Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Hours: M-F: 8AM – 5PM

Essential Job Functions
• Complete door to door deliveries by driving company truck on assigned route
• Document, record, and complete driver log when making deliveries
• Pick and assemble orders as indicated on the pick list
• Confirm accurate item delivery with customer and obtain customer signature on Sales Order
• Receive customer payments at time of delivery, ensuring correct amounts received
• Stack and organize warehouse pallets
• Documents and completes driver logs accurately documenting returns and customer notes when making deliveries
• Assist receiving with unloading, stocking, and inventory check in a timely manner
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the warehouse and inventory
• Coordinate with salespersons to assemble urgent deliveries to customers
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service
• Maintain and safely navigate the Company vehicle as per the Company Vehicle Policy
• Participate in the weekly warehouse meetings
• Attend Company events and functions outside of normal working hours
• Other duties as required from manager
• Obligation to answer to all management as requested

Physical Requirements
• Able to drive for a majority of the daily working hours
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Able to travel within or outside of Illinois as needed.
• Able to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
• Working Conditions

o Noise Level: Loud while indoors

Other Requirements
• Basic level English – Read/write/speak/listen
• Maintains a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and afterhours as needed
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload
• High school Diploma required; AA and above strongly preferred.
• Experience in food industry, preferably in Japanese food industry is plus
• Experience in Japanese restaurant business is a plus.

Knowledge and Skills
• Basic mathematical knowledge – combining/converting measurements, counting inventory, weight, etc.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Has strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, especially Microsoft NAV, highly preferred.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Japanese foods and liquors strongly preferred.
• Class B license
• Forklift certification
• Trusted and capable long distance driver

Disclaimers

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related duties as instructed or requested by the department manager or other management as needed, subject to reasonable accommodation and business needs. The information contained herein is subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, and no part of this document is to be construed as an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the “at-will” employment status with the Company. Requirements are subject to accommodations with ADA, FEHA, and all other applicable federal and state laws. Please report any changes of essential job functions to the Human Resources Department.

Mutual Trading Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.