Warehouse Switch Driver

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Do you have a Class A CDL and are interested in a new opportunity? Knape & Vogt is currently seeking a Warehouse Switch Driver to join our esteemed team at our Wyoming Distribution Center! Enjoy excellent pay and incentives at a company where your skills will be recognized and rewarded!

Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company has been based in Grand Rapids for over 125 years. We are a global leader specializing in the design, manufacture and distribution of functional hardware, office and healthcare ergonomics and storage-related components for original equipment manufacturers, specialty distributors, hardware chains and major home centers.

• Benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision plus many more
• Competitive Pay
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401K with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs
• Bonus and Merit opportunities

• Transport full and empty trailers between designated docks, and parking spaces
• Assist warehouse personnel with tasks between trailer switches which may include: build pallets for shipments, pallet wrapping, pre-load scanning, loading and unloading freight and labeling
• Inspects truck and trailer equipment such as tires, lights, brakes, dollies, and deck for defects prior to spotting in load bays
• Inspect cargo to ensure it is properly loaded or secured
• Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, or global positioning systems (GPS) equipment to exchange necessary information with warehouses, supervisors, or other drivers
• Maintain organization of the trailer yard to ensure the efficient and safe transport of trailers
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of work area
• Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation, including the user and operation of trailer jacks, landing gear, and wheel chocks
• Review documents or materials for compliance with relevant policies or DOT regulations (such as a Bill of Lading, Bill of Materials, Shipping Manifest) and storing them in a proper manner during transport

• 1 year of commercial tractor-trailer driving or switcher experience
• High School diploma or GED
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook
• Valid Michigan Driver’s license, clean driving record, DOT Medical Card, or ability to obtain a DOT-required medical certification, CDL
• Ability to efficiently work in a high paced environment
• Ability to work with other team members on the warehouse and production floor
• Ability to communicate cross-functionally throughout the organization;
  Good verbal and written communication