Lead Distribution Generalist
Toms River, NJ (USA)
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Post Date: 10/16/09 Company: Publishers Circulation Fulfillment Corp
Compensation: not given Contact:
Job Type: Part Time Phone:
Education: High School / GED Fax:
Experience: 6 months - 2 years Mailing Address:
Travel: Negligible
Reference: 2309

Job Description:

****PLEASE READ THE JOB DESCRIPTION BEFORE YOU APPLY- 3RD SHIFT (2:AM to 7:AM) - 50 % WAREHOUSE FLOOR - 50 % DRIVING (OWN CAR)****

JOB TITLE: Lead Distribution Generalist
SCHEDULE: 3rd Shift, 2: AM TO 7: AM (Flexible) / 5 Days
SALARY: $15 per hour
CAR ALLOWNCE: $18 per day


Job Summary


This is a non-exempt position supporting the distribution of newspapers to independent delivery people and ensuring the quality of services to subscribers. Requires overnight and weekend ours in a PCF distribution center.


Essential Functions & Responsibilities


Unloads newspapers from delivery trucks, verifying receipt of complete paper draw.


Distributes proper allocation of copies to independent contractors.


Retrieve emails, prints, reviews paperwork with IC’s, and distributes as needed in advance of operations.


Competent in the use and maintenance of pallet jack, pallet walker, re-charger, strapping machine and other equipment.


Assists drivers in off-loading arriving tractor trailers, storing materials, re-loading trucks within established deadlines.


As necessary may deliver open routes and/or show route to new independent contractor.


As necessary may deliver replacement copies at the customers’ request.


Learn layout of routes serviced from the distribution center and periodically audits routes for visual verification of contractual compliance by the IC.


Assists in maintaining a daily record of: contracted geographic territories serviced, truck and contracted carrier dispatch times, systems problems and answers to customer complaints.


Occasionally, in the Leader’s absence, prepares weekly route settlement to insure accurate compensation to contractors for services rendered.


Occasionally may function as a working leader on the floor, but normally does not have supervisory responsibilities.


All other warehouse and housekeeping work as necessary.




Other Functions




Essential Qualifications


Competencies



Action Oriented, Listening, Functional / Technical Skills, Ethics and Values, Perseverance, Informing, Patience, Integrity and Trust, Customer Focus, Peer Relationships, Composure, Standing Alone





Knowledge, Skills & Abilities


Technical and Functional


Good verbal and written communication skills in person and on the phone


Ability to learn layout of geographical area serviced from distribution center


Ability to develop a working knowledge of the Independent Contractor Delivery Agreement


Must have reliable vehicle, valid driver's license in the state where residing, and automobile insurance at limits required by PCF.




Required Physical Abilities


Able to routinely lift heavy items.


Able to unload bundles of newspapers (30 lbs to 50 lbs each) from delivery trucks and quickly move to spot for independent contractors.


The understanding that the focus of the distribution center is to meet and/or exceed the established customer service objectives


Able to operate automobile


Competent in the use and maintenance of pallet jack, pallet walker, re-charger, strapping machine and other equipment.




Working Environment


Able to work weekends and early morning hours


Able to work in warehouse type environment


Ability to access all types of personal and business property while meeting delivery deadlines.


Able to meet deadlines and attendance standards


Ability to function at night and in adverse conditions.


Experience, Education and Certifications Required


Experience Required


Requires 1-2 years related work experience


Required Educational Level


High School Diploma or equivalent preferred




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