Driver - Light Duty (Portland)
Location: US, OR, Portland
Department: Operations
Function: Other

Company profile:
Our HistoryFounded in 1929 by Earl Bertrand Bradley, the company began selling products for Knape and Vogt Co. of Grand Rapids, Michigan.With the opening of the Los Angeles branch in 1929, the company became a wholesale distributor specializing in store fixture and specialty hardware such as drawer slides, hinges, brackets and standards. In 1943 branch offices were opened in San Francisco followed by Seattle in 1956.The company’s market position and business began to grow during the late 1950′s and 1960′s after adding Wilsonart’s high-pressure laminate line to its product mix.During the 1970′s under the leadership of E.B. Bradley’s son Robert E. Bradley, Sr., two new branches were opened; San Diego in 1972 and Portland in 1976. Significant product additions were the Blum line of European hinges and drawer slides and Accuride precision ball bearing drawer slides. A greater emphasis as a supplier to the Cabinet and Furniture industries was taking hold.Since the opening of the Anaheim branch in 1995, the company has been consistently growing.In 1998 the company entered the cold press lamination business by opening 3 locations of its West Coast Laminating subsidiary in the Los Angeles, San Francisco and Pacific Northwest marketplaces.Our OwnershipUp until January 4, 2009, the company operated as a 100% family owned business.On January 5, 2009, Industrial Opportunity Partners (“IOP”), a private equity firm based in Evanston, IL. partnered with Robert Bradley, Jr. in aquiring the stock of E.B. Bradley Co. and its subsidiaries from its current shareholders.

Description:
Position available is located in our Portland, OR location.Responsible for daily delivery of company products to customer locations in a safe and timely manner ensuring the reputation of being the First Choice in Quality and Service.

Requirements:
Essential Job FunctionsSelect, sort and verify orders for delivery;Plan daily delivery route and strategy for the day;Make changes to the delivery route as per customer needs and requests;Pre-inspect orders for damage and quality before delivery;Load and/or assist with loading the vehicle for deliveries;Ensure that the load is in compliance with weight and other load limits;Conduct a daily walk around safety inspection of the delivery vehicle;Make on-time deliveries to customer locations as per pre-determined route schedule:Unload customer orders at customer location;Provide excellent, professional and courteous services to customers during each stop;Complete and maintain paperwork as required by company policy, procedures and directions provided by supervisor;Responsible to know and comply with all Company policies and procedures including safety and fleet safety policies and procedures;Follow all Department of Motor Vehicle policies and procedures at all times;Responsible to know and comply with all Company policies and procedures including safety and fleet safety policies and procedures;Responsible to ensure that the delivery vehicle is clean, safe, maintained and in good operating condition;Operate a forklift;Perform housekeeping duties within your work area maintaining a clean and safe working environment. Non-Essential Job FunctionsShipping;Receiving;Counter Sales;Must assist others and perform additional tasks as directed by the Operations Manager. Skills/QualificationsAbility to operate a small to medium size truck;Must have and maintain a clean driving record in compliance with company set standards;A general knowledge of the surrounding delivery areas;Prioritization, Organization, and Execution — ability to multi-task in a stressful, fast paced working environment;Attention to Detail,;Must have the ability to prioritize and organize;Good customer service skills. QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED;A current valid Class C Driver's License;Basic computer skills;Ability to be certified as a forklift operator;A minimum of five years of general driving experience;1-3 years of route delivery experience. Physical DemandsRequires the ability to walk, stand, carry materials, stoop, kneel, bend at the waist, reach overhead and climb ladders and/or on and off of equipment:May require sitting and/or standing for long periods of time;Will be required to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis; Working EnvironmentAll work is performed within a manufacturing and warehouse environment;Exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, fumes, airborne particles, dirt, dust and chemical fumes;The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud and may require hearing protection.Safety shoes, back support and eye protection are also required.Temperature environment range is approximately 30°F to 110°F. SummaryThis position description identifies the key responsibilities, expectations of performance, qualifications and work environment as outlined in the contents.  It is neither intended nor possible to list all tasks and variables the employee may be required to perform or conditions the employee may be subject to.  Employees are expected to follow any and all job related duties and responsibilities, as may be reasonable assigned by management.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, E.B. Bradley, Co. is committed to a diverse workforce.

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