Warehouse Associate & Box Truck Delivery Driver
Hummingbird WholesaleJob 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…