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    US Foods

    Food Distribution

    Truck Builder

    Aurora IL, United StatesOn-SiteFull-timePosted 1mo ago
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    Job description

    We’re excited about your interest in pursuing the next step in your career with US Foods!  Your continuous growth and development is critical to our success.

    US Foods is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact our US Foods Application Accommodation Line at 855-873-2468.  You will be prompted to leave a message. Please state the specifics of the assistance needed and your contact information.  A member of our HR department will return your call within two business days.

    https://www.usfoods.com/careers/job-application-accomodation.html

    NOTE: Before you begin your internal job search, please review the criteria you will need to start the process.

    BASIC PURPOSE
    The Truck Builder will ensure the efficient layout and assembly of each Truck Builder load to optimize the number of cases per truck leaving the division and make loading and unloading as efficient as possible.

    Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the food service industry?

    Schedule:
    Sunday- Thursday
    10AM-6:30PM

    40HRS/WK- limited OT

    Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law.  The expected base rate for this role is between $19 and $30. This role will also receive overtime compensation.

    Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html

    US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Use Truck Builder software to layout and assemble each trailer. Analyze the output to ensure that loads are built to maximize both safety and efficiency while loading and unloading product .
    • Maintain equipment and ensure the proper supply of all necessary materials to facilitate successful loading and unloading processes. Order supplies as needed.
    • Respond to all driver concerns regarding loads built with Truck Builder. Adjust loads as necessary to address concerns and maximize efficiency.
    • Assist in loading trailers as needed to meet daily production goals.
    • Other duties as assigned by manager.

    SUPERVISION:

    • N/A

    RELATIONSHIPS

    • Internal: Selectors, drivers, clerks, managers
    • External: Customers, sales

    WORK ENVIRONMENT

    • Work will take place at a desk in an office environment and within normal warehouse environments including cooler and freezer areas where temperatures may be as low as -5 degrees.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Related Experience/Requirements:

    • N/A

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

    • Effective communication both verbally and in writing.
    • Strong math, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
    • Basic computer skills with a good knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
    • Problem solving and critical thinking abilities to solve problems of limited scope.
    • Strong teamwork skills with the ability to support others in the department and division.

    Education

    • High school diploma or GED/equivalent required.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • One year of experience in a warehouse preferred.

    Certifications/Training

    • Experience with Truck Builder software preferred.

    PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

    • Must be able to perform the following physical activities for described length of time:

    OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER

    JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

    FREQUENCY:

    STAND OCCASIONALLY

    WALK OCCASIONALLY

    DRIVE VEHICLE N/A

    SIT OCCASIONALLY

    LIFT

    1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY

    11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY

    21-50 lbs (Medium) OCCASIONALLY

    51-100 lbs (Heavy) OCCASIONALLY

    Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) OCCASIONALLY

    CARRY

    1-10 lbs (Sedentary) OCCASIONALLY

    11-20 lbs (Light) OCCASIONALLY

    21-50 lbs (Medium) OCCASIONALLY

    51-100 lbs (Heavy) N/A

    Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) N/A

    PUSH/PULL*1 OCCASIONALLY

    CLIMB/BALANCE*2 OCCASIONALLY

    STOOP/SQUAT OCCASIONALLY

    KNEEL OCCASIONALLY

    BEND FREQUENTLY

    REACH ABOVE SHOULDER FREQUENTLY

    TWIST FREQUENTLY

    GRASP OBJECTS*3 OCCASIONALLY

    MANIPULATE OBJECTS*4 OCCASIONALLY

    MANUAL DEXTERITY*5 OCCASIONALLY

    1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)

    2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)

    3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)

    4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)

    5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)

    #LI-KG2

    Grade: N08

    Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds).  The expected base rate for this role is between

    $17 - $26

    ***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    US Foods

    US Foods is a leading foodservice distributor in the United States. They provide a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other foodservice operators.

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    Industry
    Food Distribution
    Founded
    1977
    Open roles
    606

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