Job title: Warehouse Associate& Box Truck Delivery Driver
Department: Warehouse
Reports to: Warehouse Manager
Status: Full Time, 40-45 hours per week, Hourly

Competitive Wage, Great Benefits!
Open until filled

About us:
Hummingbird Wholesale is a family and employee-owned & operated company distributing organic food throughout the Pacific Northwest and into northern California. We are a team of highly engaged and extraordinarily productive people who are inspired to work hard, have fun, and give our very best at all times. We are motivated by our mission, vision, and values. We work effectively & efficiently, and enjoy connecting with each other through our daily work.

Our Mission, Core Values, and Culture:
We endeavor to serve people and the planet by providing the highest quality, most nutritious foods, grown as locally and sustainably as possible to nourish the body, mind, and soul. We practice principles of ecological & social justice in our business operation, and strive for minimum packaging and waste. We value long-term relationships with farmers, vendors, coworkers, and customers.

Do you want to work at an Employee-Owned Company who is rated one of the 100 Best Green Workplaces in Oregon?

In January 2023, Hummingbird owners Charlie and Julie Tilt made a bold move by transitioning their ownership of the company to an Employee-Owned Purpose Trust, securing and guiding the mission and values of the business into perpetuity. The Purpose Trust was established to serve as a co-creator of life-enhancing, inclusive, and healthy food systems for our regional and global community. We invite you to join us as we work together to transform the world toward a sustainable food production system that supports the health of the people who depend on it, as well as the earth’s precious ecosystems.

Can work be fun?
We think so! Creating a positive, safe, and healthy work environment is central to our mission and values. From our weekly, all-company huddles where we share what's going on in each department and our quarterly profit sharing program, to unique benefits like our coworker annual self-care stipend, we walk our talk.

Compensation Benefits + Perks:
We offer competitive wages and generous benefits and perks, including health insurance with an HSA option, paid vacation, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid volunteer time, 401(k), profit sharing, self-care funds, wholesale pricing on Hummingbird products and with a curated list of local vendors, and more!

Job Summary:

The Warehouse Associate & Box Truck Delivery Driver is a member of the Hummingbird Wholesale Warehouse Team. This role keeps product moving safely, accurately, and on time, from receiving and storage through order fulfillment and local delivery to customers.

Warehouse duties include picking, packing, receiving, inventory control, and keeping the warehouse organized. Delivery duties include driving our 24-foot box truck on local routes up to three days per week, completing paperwork, collecting payments, and representing Hummingbird to customers.

The work is fast-paced and physical, and it changes often. People who do well here are dependable, adaptable, detail-oriented, and enjoy working as part of a team.

Essential Functions

Delivery Driving

Safely drive the Hummingbird box truck on assigned local routes and meet scheduled delivery windows.
Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance needs promptly to the Logistics Manager.
Verify loads against paperwork before departure, and secure loads to prevent damage or loss.
Move pallets and product on and off the truck, including use of the lift gate with manual and electric pallet jacks.
Complete delivery paperwork, collect payments, and track returnable deposit containers accurately.
Follow all applicable traffic laws, company driving policies, and DOT or other regulations that apply to this vehicle.
Report delivery issues, store conditions, and sales opportunities to Customer Service and the Logistics Manager.
Give feedback on route efficiency and safety to Logistics and Warehouse teams.

Warehouse Operations

Pick, check, pack, and stage orders accurately, including customer-specific instructions.
Verify labels, quantities, package integrity, and product appearance before shipping.
Receive and sign for inbound freight, inspecting for damage and signs of pests, and following food safety procedures during receiving.
Store, rotate, and restock inventory.
Perform accurate counts for cycle counts and inventory.
Update company systems promptly so inventory and order data stay accurate.
Work with authorized staff to process returns and resolve inventory discrepancies.
Support quality control and pest control activities in the warehouse.
Keep the warehouse clean and organized using daily, weekly, and monthly checklists, including signage and the building checklist.
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and carts (electric and manual) as trained.

Additional Functions

Safety and Food Safety

Follow all workplace safety and food safety policies, including the Food Safety Plan for this position.
Use safe lifting and ergonomic practices.
Operate all vehicles and equipment safely, and only as trained and authorized.
Look out for coworkers and the public, and speak up about hazards.
Comply with all company, governmental, and regulatory requirements.
Treat every customer interaction as part of a long-term relationship with customers, vendors, coworkers, and the community.

Communicate clearly and courteously in person, by phone, and by email.
Coordinate with internal teams on sales orders, purchase orders, and transfer orders, including late additions, reprints, out-of-stocks, and quality issues.

Teamwork

Work with coworkers to solve problems, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Help train and onboard new team members when asked.
Complete company training in Lean and Kaizen, and apply those methods to reduce waste and improve results.
Raise needs for training or support early so workflow problems get resolved.
Participate in department meetings and trainings.
Take part in the company's waste-stream reduction and sustainability programs, including sorting waste correctly.
Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

All Coworkers

Help generate healthy company profits consistent with our mission and principles.
Uphold the highest standard of food safety by following all policies and procedures in the Food Safety Plan applicable to the job title.
Communicate in-person, via phone, and over email in a friendly and professional manner.
Participate in department meetings and trainings as needed and/or scheduled.
Complete company-sponsored training in Lean and Kaizen culture, use Lean and Kaizen principles in collaboration with Coworkers to reduce waste, improve customer outcomes, and support company goals and objectives.
Comply with all applicable company, governmental, and regulatory agency policies and guidelines.
Give great customer service, understanding that every relationship counts. Build mutually rewarding, long term relationships with Coworkers, customers, vendors, and community.
Help drive our sustainability practices through participation in and help improving company sustainability initiatives and programs. Complete company-sponsored training and participate in Hummingbird’s waste-stream reduction program, minimizing waste and properly sorting waste-stream items into designated receptacles.
Arrive to work each day ready to participate in helping others do their best. Be committed to having fun.
Be enthusiastic and active in growing and improving personally and professionally.
Exhibit respectful behavior.
Have excellent attendance and punctuality.

Additional Functions

Complete special projects and other duties as needed.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Training Requirements (licenses, programs, or certificates):

Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
Ability to complete the company's in-house forklift operator training and evaluation and to operate a forklift, including a barrel grabber.
Ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs. repeatedly, and to move pallets up to 2,500 lbs. using an electric pallet jack.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read maps and use GPS to follow routes. Familiarity with the delivery area is helpful, and new drivers will be given time to learn it.
Detail oriented, well organized
Effective oral and written communication skills, good interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work well individually and with other

Experience:

One or more years of professional delivery experience.
Warehouse experience. Training is provided.
Experience with electric and manual pallet jacks.
Customer service experience, especially with regular direct customer contact.
Experience with route scheduling or fleet management.
Experience in the natural foods industry.
Basic mechanical knowledge for vehicle inspections.
No CDL required but would be beneficial for growth within the company.
Does not require DOT mandated Drug and alcohol testing.

Physical, Mental and Visual Requirements:

In support of some essential job functions, the position requires the Warehouse Associate & Box Truck Delivery Driver
to work in commercial food production and warehouse environments. While in these environments, the coworker must be able to safely comply with all company and regulatory rules and guidelines.
The position requires frequent and repeated exposure to major food allergens, including but not limited to, wheat, tree nuts, dairy, and soybeans. Hummingbird has a strict allergen control program and provides Personal Protective Equipment to ensure coworkers safety.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this Warehouse Associate & Box Truck Delivery Driver

Conclusion

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Warehouse Associate & Box Truck Delivery Driver’s position but is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.

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