Job Description
Job Description
Blossom Foods is a food manufacturer specializing in texture-modified foods for individuals with swallowing disorders (dysphagia). We are committed to providing nutritious and flavorful foods that provide comfort and dignity for those facing a challenging time. The Delivery Driver & Warehouse Associate plays an important role in ensuring our products are delivered safely and on time while supporting daily warehouse operations.
Delivery Driver Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Safely operating company delivery vehicles.
- Complying with all applicable traffic and transportation laws.
- Coordinating shipping orders and delivery schedules with warehouse operations and the office.
- Preparing customer orders for delivery, packing products, and sorting items by delivery route.
- Ensuring timely and accurate delivery of products to customers.
- Providing professional, friendly, and positive customer service.
- Picking up materials and supplies from various locations throughout the Bay Area
- Properly handling and maintaining delivery invoices, bills of lading, and other essential documents.
- Cleaning and maintaining delivery vehicles.
- Coordinating vehicle maintenance and repairs and maintaining accurate service records and logs.
- Maintaining required vehicle documentation, including registration, certificates, and other transportation compliance records.
- Operating equipment as necessary, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and other tools.
Warehouse Associate Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Restocking and organizing products, ingredients, and warehouse supplies.
- Assisting with receiving activities, including verifying quantities and the accuracy of invoices and bills of lading.
- Working in freezer environments with temperatures as low as 0°ree;F for extended periods.
- Supporting general warehouse operations and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Qualifications & Physical Requirements
This position is a combination of delivery driving and warehouse work. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in both environments and able to safely perform the essential functions of the position and meet the following requirements:
- Valid California Driver’s License.
- Clean driving record and safe driving history.
- Bilingual English/Spanish language skills strongly preferred.
- Ability to safely operate a company vehicle and follow all company driving and safety policies.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, drive, bend, reach, and perform physical warehouse activities throughout the workday.
- Ability to work in freezer environments as cold as 0°ree;F for extended periods. Appropriate cold-weather protective equipment will be provided.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage, based on experience and qualifications
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Company-provided uniforms and required protective equipment
- Opportunities for training and professional development