Warehouse Material Handler

Warehouse Associate

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to independent tire retailers, auto repair shops, and automotive dealerships. The schedule for this position is Monday thru Friday 5 : 00 start time until work is completed plus rotating Saturdays. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs and may require overtime.

Job Responsibilities

Load, unload, stock tires and auto parts in a fast-paced warehouse environment using industrial vehicles such as a forklift or picker equipment

Use scanners to find and put away tires and assist with inventory control

You can expect to lift 50 pounds consistently throughout your shift and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds. When lifting commercial tires you will do team lifts or use mechanical equipment.

When working with barrels or industrial / agricultural tires you will need to be able to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds

Some of our stock racks are 25 feet tall, so you must be comfortable working at those heights safely while operating equipment.

Be on the move. You should be willing and able to work on your feet for extended periods of time and work overtime as needed

Contribute to our culture of safety, ensuring adherence to all safety policies and operating procedures.

May assist other departments, such as ecomm, inventory, and will call depending on business needs

The duties listed in this job description are not exhaustive. Team members may be asked to perform other job-related tasks and follow any job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations

Our Benefits

Highly competitive wages starting at $21 / hr!

Weekly pay

Work boot reimbursement program

Healthcare benefits, available your first day on the job

401(k) with Generous Employer Contribution AND Match

Paid Vacation, Sick time and Holidays

On-the-job training and skill development

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Programs

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be qualified as to visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability to operate equipment safely with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee must frequently lift products weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Occasionally exert a pushing force up to 40 pounds. Handling of commercial tires (e.g., rolling, destacking, team lifting) conduct team lifts or use mechanical equipment. Protective equipment required : steel or composite toe boots, safety vest, safety harness, seatbelt, SRL (self-retracting lifeline). All equipment is provided by U.S. AutoForce except for steel / composite toe boots. All team members must be able to adhere with safety and manufacture guidelines for compliant use of all protective equipment. Work environment : While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Fumes associated with tires and occasionally car parts and lubricants prevalent.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years or older to operate equipment

1 year of warehouse / logistics or relevant experience

Ability to safely lift 50 pounds consistently and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds

Ability to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds - working with barrels and industrial / agricultural tires

Ability to work at heights of 25 feet while operating equipment and maintaining safety standards

Abide by all Company safety policies and state and federal transportation regulations and manufacturing guidelines

Ability to pass forklift certification

Willing to work overtime as needed

Ability to follow instructions and safe operating procedures

Ability to work in a team environment

Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)

U.S. AutoForce U.S. Venture requires that a team member have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.

U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at (920) 739-6101.