Warehouse Associate​/Driver; CDL, Class A or B

Warehouse Associate/Driver (CDL, Class A or B required)

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Established in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. was originally a small co‑op organization for centralized purchasing of basic import foods to serve the early Japanese immigrant community in Southern California. We have grown to nearly 100 years of experience and now occupy a premier position among Japanese food service suppliers, acting as the “Culinary Ambassador” that promotes Japanese foods worldwide. We import, manufacture, and distribute over 7,000 Japanese foods, beverages, restaurant equipment, and supplies.

Benefits

• All paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents
• Life Insurance and 401(k) Plan with company match
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays

Location
:
Dallas, TX

Hours
: 8 AM – 5 PM

Essential Job Functions

• Completes door‑to‑door deliveries by driving a 26’ straight truck on assigned routes, providing regional delivery for 1–2 nights per week (Mon–Fri, off weekends).
• Documents, records, and completes driver log when making deliveries.
• Complies with DOT Rules and regulations and safely navigates the company vehicle.
• Makes product deliveries and loads delivery trucks in a timely manner.
• Picks and assembles orders as indicated on the pick list.
• Stacks and organizes warehouse pallets.
• Assists receiving with unloading, stocking, and inventory check in a timely manner.
• Inspects received products for damage and volume accuracy and documents accordingly.
• Accurately stocks inventory in the assigned warehouse location and rotates product inventory to maintain a First‑In, First‑Out (FIFO) food storage system.
• Maintains warehouse upkeep and ensures the stockroom is clean and organized.
• Coordinates with salespersons to assemble urgent deliveries to customers.
• Maintains high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service.
• Participates in weekly warehouse meetings.
• Attends semiannual inventory count on designated day, possibly on a weekend.
• Provides logistics support for company events and functions outside of normal working hours.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.
• Answers to all management as requested.

Physical Requirements

• Able to drive a manual transmission (10‑speed) truck.
• Works standing, walking, and performing tasks without sitting for extended periods.
• Lifts, moves, bends, kneels, and reaches, frequently handling up to 50 pounds.
• Handles and moves 50+ pounds with assistance frequently.
• Has specific vision abilities: close and distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to drive for the majority of daily working hours.
• Working conditions:
  
  Noise level normal to loud; location indoor in office or at customer sites (restaurants, wholesalers, distributors, etc.) and traveling.

Other Requirements

• Conversational level English required;
  Business level English preferred.
• Bilingual in Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, or Japanese is a plus.
• Has and maintains a valid CDL driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Fleet forklift or truck forklift operation experience required.
• Able to work weekends, holidays, and after hours as needed.
• Maintains a positive attitude.
• Works efficiently both independently and in a team.
• Adapts to frequent changes in assignments and workload.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of general warehousing experience required.
• Minimum 2 years of truck driving/delivery experience required.
• Willingness to travel 100% required.
• Must be over 21 years old (DOT regulation).

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic mathematical knowledge (inventory counting, weight and measurement conversions, combining, etc.).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Aware of proper warehouse safety procedures.
• Forklift training and/or certification preferred.
• Knowledge of Japanese foods and liquors preferred.

Disclaimers

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job‑related duties as instructed or requested by the department manager or other management as needed, subject to reasonable accommodation and business needs. The information contained herein is subject to change in the company’s sole discretion, and no part of this document is to be construed as an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the “at‑will” employment status with the company.

Requirements are subject to accommodations with ADA, FEHA, and all other applicable federal and state laws. Please report any changes of essential job functions to the Human Resources Department.

Mutual Trading Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.