Operations Associate / Driver

Description

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Operations Associate / Driver to join our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our daily operations while ensuring the timely and safe transportation of goods. The ideal candidate will be organized, customer-focused, and possess a strong commitment to safety and efficiency, along with prior forklift operating experience to support safe and effective warehouse operations. 

Core Professional Competencies

• Upholds the highest standards of workplace safety by ensuring full compliance with all regulatory and company policies. Actively promotes a culture of safety and accountability across all operations.
• Proactively identifies potential hazards by routinely inspecting equipment and work areas. Addresses risks promptly to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Takes decisive corrective action to resolve unsafe conditions and strengthen safety procedures. Enforces established regulations and recommends improvements when appropriate.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Applies newly acquired knowledge and skills to enhance performance and operational effectiveness.
• Embraces change with adaptability and versatility, effectively performing all job-related responsibilities. Responds positively and efficiently to evolving business needs.
• Aligns individual efforts with organizational goals, prioritizing team and company objectives. Contributes actively to achieving collective success.
• Models integrity, professionalism, and accountability in all interactions. Builds a respectful and collaborative team environment through open communication and mutual support.

Customer-Aligned Partnerships

• Communicates personal perspectives clearly while remaining receptive to differing viewpoints and constructive input. 
• Effectively prioritizes responsibilities, maintains focus on high-impact activities, and manages time to minimize distractions.
• Proactively seeks to understand customer needs and circumstances, providing relevant information and education to support informed decisions.
• Establishes S.M.A.R.T. goals aligned with organizational objectives and implements structured action plans with measurable outcomes. 
• Builds and sustains strong professional relationships, recognizing their importance to long-term success.
• Promotes clear communication by sharing timely, accurate information, actively participating in discussions and meetings, and responding thoughtfully to others.

Work Standards 

• Establishes clear performance standards and work procedures to achieve objectives with a high level of quality, productivity, and service. 
• Demonstrates accountability by taking full responsibility for the successful execution of assigned duties and outcomes.
• Adheres strictly to established procedures and proactively communicates quality concerns when identified.
• Maintains a strong work ethic and sense of purpose, sustaining momentum while overcoming obstacles to achieve goals.
• Ensures accuracy and consistency by carefully following processes and monitoring work to prevent errors or defects.
• Takes prompt corrective action to resolve quality issues and implements improvements to maintain high performance standards.

Perform other duties as assigned. Adhere to the rules and regulations as set forth in the Employee Handbook.

Requirements

Job Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma/GED
• Experience: Minimum 1-3 years in physical labor or customer service position
• Skills: Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• CDL License preferred but not required