Distribution Center Associate/Driver | Gurnee

ABOUT ALBERT USTER IMPORTS Albert Uster Imports, Inc. (“AUI”) is a privately held gourmet food company headquartered in the Washington, DC area (Gaithersburg, MD) with warehouse locations in Kansas City, Las Vegas, Miami, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Gurnee and Gaithersburg. AUI falls under the Vestar Capital Partners portfolio with affiliate organization, Roland Foods, LLC. Founded in 1968, the company offers over 1,400 products from around the world. We serve leading hotels, restaurants, casinos, cruise lines, airlines, and manufacturers with innovative, high quality products and solutions to their most demanding culinary challenges. We operate a network of distribution centers across the U.S. and serve select international markets as well. AUI has a national direct selling organization of over 60 sales professionals and a staff of culinary experts (chefs and food scientists) adept at custom product solutions. ABOUT THE ROLE Albert Uster Imports is seeking a Distribution Center Associate/Driver to join our team! The Company is looking for someone who will contribute to a positive Company culture by maintaining an upbeat, cooperative morale and exhibiting a “can-do” attitude. Albert Uster Imports is a service driven Company where delivering on-time, complete and error-free orders is critical to the long-term success of the organization. This individual well report to the Distribution Center Manager who will determine the hours and shift. Primary Job Function: Serve as a Secondary Delivery Driver for the Distribution Center, delivering to the company’s customers within the local delivery market. The ideal candidate must learn the driver functions, the AUI delivery routes, and assist when the primary driver is unavailable. Secondary Job Function: Receive, store, and manage inventory products. Maintain all aspects of the Distribution Center as a part of a team led by the Distribution Center Manager (DCM). RESPONSIBILITIES Delivery Driver Duties Load company provided delivery truck in preparation for the day’s deliveries Verify carton counts and quantities of product per the customer order Drive/operate the company delivery truck within the local area of the distribution center – following all state and local traffic laws and the regulations Unload customer orders (cartons and/or pallets) at the customer’s loading dock Interface with the customer’s receiving department, to ensure the customer has received all that has been ordered and secure the appropriate proof of delivery at the time of delivery. Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment in and outside of the delivery vehicle Inspect delivery vehicle daily, prior to use, as well as fuel and report service issues as required Warehouse Duties Receive, Store, and Inventory Product. Maintains all aspects of the Distribution Center as a part of a team led by the Distribution Center Manager (DCM) Receive and place all domestic and imported products into inventory within 24 hours of a physical receipt. Report all discrepancies to the DCM as appropriate Receive and Process all Customer Returns within 48 hours and oversee re-stocking and or disposition Ensure all stock is properly stored (by FIFO) and protected. Re-barcode as necessary Pick, Pack, and Ship all orders assigned, ensuring proper packing/labeling instructions are followed and appropriate packaging supplies are utilized Utilization of Warehouse Management (WMS) and Shipping Systems Ship via FedEx and UPS Manifesting Systems, as well as Delivery Contractors and Common Carriers Prepare Packing Supplies each day in preparation for the next day's activities. Deliver "walk-in" orders to customers Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment both within the warehousing area, as well as dock areas and the perimeter of the building Follow cleaning standards at all times Report all facility infrastructure issues to DCM or Assistant promptly Assist with Customer Service requests for products or services (order entry, stock availability, item locations) Professional attitude and appearance are mandatory Operation of warehouse Material Handling equipment a plus (manual and motorized pallet jacks, etc.) All other duties as assigned by the DCM or Assistant Follow food safety, quality, sanitation, and Good Distribution Practice (GDP) requirements Support proper product handling, storage, rotation, and allergen-control practices Complete required food safety, temperature, and sanitation documentation. <li style="font-family: 'times new roman', times,