About this opportunity
Smurfit Westrock lists this Commercial Driver opportunity in flint, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
The Opportunity:
The Commercial Driver is responsible for operating a switch truck to safely and efficiently move tractor-trailers throughout the yard. This role involves loading, unloading, and transporting trailers between docks, staging areas, and designated yard locations while ensuring compliance with all safety procedures and operational requirements. The Commercial Driver plays a critical role in supporting efficient warehouse and transportation operations by maintaining the timely flow of trailers and freight.
Shift: Mon-Fri, Day Hours
Pay Rate: $27-29/hour, Dependent on Experience
Location: Flint, MI 48505
How you will impact Packaging Solutions Smurfit Westrock :
Primarily assist with warehouse operator duties and responsibilities by transferring materials, unloading, processing, loading and storage areas.
Move outgoing products using hand trucks, forklifts, or other material handling equipment, in accordance with all safety policies, to loading dock.
Perform Commercial Driver duties when necessary
Receive, sort and place incoming products in appropriate warehouse location.
Record amounts of material shipped or received in Victory computer system.
Mark materials and product with Victory inventory codes.
Always organize the warehouse for cleanliness and safety.
Sweep, mop and perform other routine maintenance.
Safely operates tractor and trailer for the delivery of products and materials.
Perform vehicle inspections as required.
Operate mobile apps on phone for ELD and proof of delivery.
Provide outstanding customer service during delivery.
Follow all safety rules for equipment and material handling as required by DOT, OSHA and Company safety program.
Ensure all orders are delivered in good condition and in full as per the bill of lading.
Communicate effectively with operations staff about customer concerns.
Utilize material handling equipment, such hand trucks.
What you need to succeed:
Forklift experience and certification
Current CDL Class A license
One or more years’ experience as a warehouse operator preferred.
No preventable motor vehicle violations within last 12 months
Current medical certification card.
One or more years’ experience driving a tractor trailer.
General fluency in English required, verbal and written
Occasionally may be required to fuel offsite
Basic computer literacy preferred
The ability and willingness to communicate via 2-way radio.
Ability and willingness to follow strict safety procedures, including manually chocking wheels, locking out trailers, and properly positioning trailer jack stands.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Perform job duties in severe weather conditions: heat, cold, rain, etc.
Sit and drive for up to 10 hours of time without assistance.
Walk for distances of 100 yards repeatedly and without assistance.
Lift 50 pounds repeatedly and without assistance or equipment.
Utilize all material handling equipment without assistance.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
The ability to enter and exit a semi repeatably during your shift to hook and unhook gladhands repeatably.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment is usually moderate to noisy.
What we offer
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work
Benefits include:
Medical w/ HSA
Dental Vision
Mental Health
401(k) with 5% company match
Paid vacation time & holidays
Life Insurance & AD&D
Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement.
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Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Worksite address
flint, MI, 48502, US
Who can apply
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