Truck Driver/Warehouse Associate
Preferred Plastics & Packaging Co., Inc.Preferred Plastics & Packaging Co., Inc. (PPP) is seeking a dependable, safety-conscious Truck Driver to support our Flemington warehouse operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for making customer deliveries, transporting products safely and efficiently, and assisting with warehouse activities as needed. The ideal candidate is reliable, flexible, organized, and committed to providing excellent customer service while ensuring that daily deliveries are completed safely and on schedule. 1. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Safely operate company delivery vehicles to transport and deliver products to customers. Complete assigned daily deliveries accurately, safely, and on schedule. Load, unload, move, and handle packages, boxes, and other materials. Lift and carry packages weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Operate a forklift to move and position warehouse materials safely. Assist with warehouse duties, including staging orders, organizing inventory, and preparing shipments, as needed. Verify delivery paperwork, shipping documents, and customer orders for accuracy. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Follow company safety procedures, traffic laws, and applicable transportation regulations. Communicate professionally with customers, warehouse personnel, and management. Perform other related duties as assigned. 2. Required Qualifications A valid driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle being operated. A clean driving record and the ability to satisfy PPP's reasonable driver qualification and company vehicle insurance requirements. Previous truck or commercial delivery driving experience preferred. Commercial Driver's License (CDL): Required only if mandated by the vehicle's classification or applicable law. Candidates must possess the appropriate license for the assigned vehicle. Previous forklift operating experience and current certification, or the ability to obtain the required certification before operating a forklift independently. Ability to safely handle packages weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to read, write, and understand English sufficiently to follow safety instructions, read delivery documents, verify orders, complete paperwork, and communicate effectively for the position. Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Commitment to safe driving, workplace safety, and professional customer service. 3. Work Schedule, Flexibility, and Overtime The regular workweek is Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required when necessary to complete scheduled daily deliveries. Candidates must be willing and able to work required overtime, subject to applicable law. PPP is open to reasonable flexibility in daily starting and ending times to accommodate delivery schedules, customer requirements, and warehouse operations. Employees are expected to complete assigned deliveries and communicate promptly with management regarding delays, scheduling issues, or other circumstances affecting delivery completion. Overtime hours will be compensated in accordance with applicable federal and New Jersey wage-and-hour laws. Candidates should understand these scheduling expectations before accepting the position. 4. Safety and Working Conditions Work involves driving, frequent entering and exiting of vehicles, loading and unloading products, and warehouse activities. The position requires compliance with company driving, forklift, material-handling, and workplace safety procedures. Employees must promptly report vehicle issues, unsafe conditions, accidents, and delivery-related incidents to management. Reasonable accommodation will be considered as required by applicable law. 5. Personal Attributes Reliable, responsible, and safety-conscious. Flexible and willing to assist with changing operational priorities. Professional and courteous when interacti…