Driver Assistant (Hilo)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Pint Size Hawaii is a rapidly growing food distribution company specializing in frozen, chill, and dry food products. We pride ourselves on delivering high quality goods to our diverse customer base. We’re currently seeking skilled, motivated, and detail-oriented professionals with a passion for continuous improvement to join our operations team.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The driver assistant supports daily activities of the driving team to ensure timely and efficient delivery of food products to clients. This role supports route sales drivers with loading and unloading trucks, organizing products, making deliveries, and finalizing invoices and paperwork. The driver assistant is also a critical support for customer service including merchandising, credit processing, and resolving complaints.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Support delivery functions including but not limited to the following:

· Assist route sales driver with customer deliveries.

· Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Comply with company policies and regulations regarding warehouse and delivery operations.

· Provide consistent, excellent customer service when making deliveries.

· Load and unload product; average weight of parcels is 50 pounds.

· Unload, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders or invoices. Sort and place materials or items on pallets, racks, shelves, or in bins according to organizational standards.

· Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks safely and efficiently. Complete pre and post trip inspections on vehicle used for deliveries.

· Inspect products for defects and report any quality issues. Ensure all outgoing shipments meet quality standards and customer specifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

· 2 years of experience in a similar warehouse / distribution role preferred.

· High School Diploma / GED equivalent.

· Familiarity with warehouse management systems and procedures.

· Forklift experience and certification preferred. We will provide certification.

· Must be able to obtain Medical Examiner’s Certification compliance with DOT requirements. Must pass pre-employment drug screen.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

· Initiative: Gets involved quickly. Takes on difficult tasks with enthusiasm to achieve goals.

· Energy: Maintains high activity / productivity level, operates with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.

· Details: Strives to understand the details, analyze root cause, and takes appropriate action.

· Physical: Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods. Capable of moving up to 50 pounds regularly.

We offer excellent benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Savings and Profit Sharing. Employee Product Allotment and Discounts.

Apply in Person, by Mail, Fax or Email:

PINT SIZE HAWAII, LLC

101 Holomua St.

Hilo, HI 96720

Fax: (808)969-1948

Visit pintsizehawaii.com to download an application form.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Hilo, HI 96720: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18