Delivery Driver / Material Handler

Empire Coating Inc is currently seeking a dedicated Delivery Driver / Material Handler to join our team. This role is a vital link in our production chain, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of materials that power our operations. This position offers a unique balance of road time and hands-on warehouse work. You will spend four days a week driving the box truck, with the fifth day dedicated to working on-site in our warehouse and on the loading dock.

About Us:

Empire Coating Inc is Western New Yorks leading coating applicator. Established in 1989, we are a cost-effective high-quality finisher, and we prove it through our work. Our focus industries include, but are not limited to, aerospace, automotive, electronics, medical, and military. Our capabilities include Chem Film, Paint, Powdercoat, Industrial Printing, Masking, Solid Film Lube and Blasting. We are devoted to long term growth through customer commitment and competitive leadership.

Position Overview

• Operate a 26' Box Truck as needed (minimum 4 days / week)
  
  
  
  • Transporting Goods: Safely transporting goods or passengers to their destinations.
  
  
  • Loading and Unloading: Safely load and unload cargo, ensuring it is secure and protected. Operate forklift and/or pallet jack.
  
  
  • Compliance: Logging miles, driving hours, and other activities to comply with federal and state laws.
  
  
  • Safety Inspections: Conducting vehicle inspections to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
  
  
  • Route and Stops Management: Navigating routes using GPS, Geotab and other technology provided by the company.
  
  
  • Paperwork: Completing necessary paperwork related to deliveries or driving.
  
  
  • Communication: Report any issues or incidents immediately to dispatch. Develop strong relationships that create trust with our customers.
  
  
  • Safety and Compliance:
    
    
    
    • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Wear appropriate PPE (gloves, safety glasses) as required on all customer sites.
    
    
    • Work Area Safety: Maintain a safe work environment.
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Operate forklift to safely load and unload materials from trucks and trailers.
  
  
  • Transport materials to and from storage areas, production lines, and loading docks.
  
  
  • Complete delivery paperwork as needed.
  
  
  • Perform routine maintenance.
  
  
  • Comply with company policies and guidelines.
  
  
  • Update inventory, lists, records, and log all completed tasks.
  
  
  • Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Experience:
  
  
  
  • Previous experience as a Box Truck Driver
  
  
  • Previous experience in warehouse, or other related field strongly preferred
  
  
  • Familiarity with modern warehousing practices and methods
  
  
  • Good organizational skills
  
  
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  
  
  • Ability to lift heavy objects
  
  
  • Current forklift license preferred, ability to drive a forklift required
  
  
  
  

• Testing: Pre-employment DOT physical
  
  
  
  • Please note the cost of the initial pre-employment DOT physical is the responsibility of the applicant
  
  
  
  

Shift:

• Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm

Total Compensation Package:

• Wage
  
  
  
  • $18.00 - $20.00 per hour.
  
  
  • Compensation depends on experience
  
  
  
  

• Benefits - We recognize the value of a comprehensive benefits package and work vigorously to ensure our package meets the needs of our employees and their families. Eligible employees can elect and participate in variety of benefits including:
  
  
  
  • Paid Holidays
  
  
  • Paid Vacation / Sick Time
  
  
  • 401 (k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  
  
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  
  
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
  
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  
  
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  
  
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits including Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance and Life Insurance
  
  
  
  

Empire Coating Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.