Delivery & Warehouse Specialist

Delivery & Warehouse Specialist

Summit Laboratories is seeking a reliable, safety-conscious, and hardworking Delivery & Warehouse Specialist to support our daily delivery and warehouse operations. This position involves assisting our primary delivery driver with customer deliveries, safely handling and transferring water treatment chemicals at customer facilities, supporting general warehouse operations and independently completing assigned delivery routes.

The ideal candidate is dependable, mechanically inclined, comfortable performing physical work, and able to work both independently and as part of a small team.

Key Responsibilities

Delivery & Customer Service

• Assist the primary delivery driver with loading, transporting, unloading, and delivering water treatment chemicals, including pails, drums and other packaging.

• Verify product identification, quantities, and correct delivery locations before unloading or transferring chemicals.

• Transfer water treatment chemicals into designated stationary storage tanks at customer facilities using approved pumps, hoses, and transfer equipment.

• Independently complete assigned customer deliveries using company vehicles when qualified and authorized.

• Maintain a professional, courteous attitude when interacting with customers.

• Communicate delivery issues, customer concerns, and equipment problems to management.

• Follow company procedures and applicable transportation and hazardous materials safety requirements.

Warehouse & Inventory Support

• Receive, unload, inspect, and organize incoming shipments.

• Pick, prepare, label, and stage customer orders for delivery.

• Assist with loading and unloading delivery vehicles using appropriate material-handling equipment.

• Support chemical packaging, labeling, and production activities as trained and authorized.

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse and loading areas.

• Assist with general facility maintenance and other operational tasks as needed.

Safety & Equipment

• Follow company chemical handling procedures and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions for chemical transfers, spill prevention and emergency response.

• Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Inspect delivery vehicles, transfer pumps, hoses, and related equipment before use.• Report unsafe conditions, damaged containers, leaks, spills, and equipment malfunctions immediately.

• Participate in required safety training and maintain compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

Required

• Valid driver's license and driving record acceptable under company insurance requirements.

• Ability to perform physical warehouse and delivery work, including regularly handling heavy containers with appropriate equipment or assistance.

• Strong attention to detail, particularly when handling and identifying chemical products.

• Dependable attendance, punctuality, and ability to follow established procedures.

• Ability to communicate professionally with customers and coworkers.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after appropriate training.

Preferred

• Previous experience in delivery, warehouse, or industrial operations.

• Experience handling industrial chemicals or hazardous materials.

• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment.

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a plus and higher starting wage will be considered for candidates with a valid CDL.

Physical & Working Conditions

• Work is performed in warehouse environments, company vehicles, and commercial or industrial customer facilities.

• Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds, with mechanical assistance or team lifting when appropriate.

• Work may involve outdoor conditions, working on outdoor roofs, loading docks, mechanical rooms, navigating stairs and other industrial environments.

• Working directly with water treatment chemicals, including corrosive materials, while following required safety procedures and wearing appropriate PPE.

Our Company and Mission

Since 1986, Summit Laboratories has been a cornerstone of the Colorado water treatment market, built on a foundation of integrity and high performance. We offer a culture where "getting it right" is the standard, supported by a competitive package including competitive pay, 401k plan, paid vacation time and generous holiday pay. Company benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with dependent coverage available (50% company paid, pre-tax deductions).We are looking for someone who takes pride in doing the job correctly, understands the importance of safety, and is willing to help wherever needed.

Successful employees in this position will be reliable, detail-oriented, respectful of customers, and comfortable working in a small-company environment where teamwork and flexibility are important.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $24-27 per hour

Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00am – 4:00pm. Occasional early start and/or longer shifts (6am-5pm)

Benefits: Competitive pay, paid vacation time, generous paid holidays, 401k plan, long term disability plan, comprehensive health plan with medical, dental and vision. (50% employer paid) Summit Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.