Material Handler II
Thermo Fisher ScientificSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Foodservice, Distribution, LogisticsIndustries
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must have valid U.S. driver's license issued by the state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications
- Must meet the medical requirements of the Department of Transportation (DOT)
- High school diploma or general education (incomplete in description, but implied)
- Commercial or professional driving experience preferred, but not required
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis and up to 100 lbs. on an occasional basis (up to 80 lbs. manual heavy lifting mentioned)
- Able to perform repeated manual tasks, including using a hand truck and navigating stairs
Responsibilities
- Drive a company vehicle limited to a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 14,900 to deliver foodservice products to assigned stops
- Load and unload the vehicle for multi-stop deliveries
- Transport deliveries by driving assigned vehicles
- Use hand truck to move product from the delivery vehicle into the customer location, including up and down stairs
- Deliver products (meats, produce, frozen goods, groceries, dry goods, equipment, supplies) to meet scheduled delivery times
- Unload products safely and stage them in customer-designated spaces
- Accurately record delivery information, including operating a hand scanner and company documentation
- Handle proper documentation and disposition for return products or damaged merchandise
- Verify delivery of items with customers and check invoices for completeness
- Collect payments (cash or checks) if necessary
- Communicate delivery-customer issues to appropriate authority (e.g., Customer Service, Territory Manager, Transportation Supervisor)
- Follow designated stop sequence for the day
- Monitor refrigeration system on the delivery vehicle consistently and follow safe food handling procedures
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g., fluid levels, tires, windshield wash, fuel)
- Deliver in inclement weather and make frequent stops during shifts
- Complete all functions safely, timely, and in accordance with DOT regulations
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
Non-CDL Driving
DOT Regulations
Customer Service
Heavy Lifting
Hand Truck Operation
Food Delivery
Safe Driving
US Foods
Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare
About US Foods
US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters
1853Year Founded
$340.5KTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees
