Birko Corporation: Local Driver/Warehouse

Want to work for a growing company that truly values and recognizes their employees? Look no further than Birko Corporation! We are growing and we’re looking for a local driver to join our growing team in the Council Bluffs/Omaha area.Paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company matching. Local Truck Driver /WarehouseDriver’s License: Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker EndorsementsLocation: Council Bluffs, IAHours: Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am-5:30pmPhysical Requirements: DOT Physical required every 2 yearsMust be able to drive for long periods of time; lift up to 75 pounds frequently; operate equipment;walk across distances within customer environment and climb stairsAt Birko, we take food safety seriously. Nothing is more important to us than making sure the food chain is secure, safe and pathogen free. The company has over 60 years of service to the food safety industry and manufactures more than 400 concentrated cleaning, sanitation, antimicrobial interventions and process chemical formulations.Birko’s expertise and innovation in food safety is built on a strong technical foundation and our team of chemists and microbiologists are industry-leading experts. We supply over 60% of the Top 100 U.S. protein companies and 90% of the top 10U.S. beef processors. Our penetration in the brewery sector is equally strong as evidenced by our many customers who are winners at the Great American Beer Fest! And in produce, our customers span the nation and include companies with household names and trusted productsThis is a local driving position covering Council Bluffs, IA, Omaha, NE and surrounding areas. In addition to the local route, the driver will be expected to work in the warehouse. You will have an assigned truck for which you are responsible, reporting repairs required, and taking pride in the appearance because you’re representing Birko.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Safely operating the vehicle in a variety of weather conditions and arriving on-time at delivery and pick up destinationsFollowing all DOT driving regulationsWrapping, loading and unloading products at customer sites and company warehouses; must be able to lift and move up to 75 pounds repeatedly throughout a delivery dayOperating and maintaining warehouse equipment (e.G., forklift, pallet jack, etc.)Providing great service in face-to-face interactions with customers (e.G., answering questions, troubleshooting issues, responding to specific customer requests, etc.)Read, complete and manage shipment documentationCompleting pre-trip truck inspections, maintaining cleanliness of the truck, completing trip logsAssisting in the warehouse – picking/pulling orders, shrink wrapping products, completing local deliveries, processing shipping/receiving paperworkMaintaining ongoing department communications related to routing, safety, and customer relationsBirko is an ISO 9001 Certified company. That means we have developed Standard Operating Procedures that are inherent to our success as a company.Maintaining an awareness of and following procedures in your areaIf procedures fail to result in desired outcome you must notify your supervisorBe involved in updates to procedures and suggest improvements to your supervisor SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:Class A CDL and 2 years driving experience + Hazmat and Tanker certificationsClean MVRStrong sense of customer serviceAbility to operate pallet jack, forklift, and other warehouse equipmentAbility to successfully interact with customers and be the face of Birko; learn the customers, answer questions, and promote a positive image of the companySuccessfully complete DOT and Birko training related to Birko productsAbility to develop a good working knowledge of products, inventory control methods and proceduresSense of urgency to accomplish tasks and assist others as necessaryAbility to drive for long periods of time; frequently lift, push, or move product that weighs 1-75 pounds, up to 100 pounds; constantly bend, twist and push while loading and unloading product, and retrieving items from trailer. Must pass DOT physical.Ability to speak/read/write in EnglishPlease note, Birko conducts pre-employment and random drug screens. In addition, there will be a pre-employment background check.