Warehouse Associate Backup Driver

K&M Tire • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

The Warehouse Associate Backup Driver works under the direction of the Warehouse Manager, Assistant Manager, or Team Leader. The role is responsible for unloading and loading trucks, picking and putting away tires and other products, and supporting warehouse and route-truck operations. The position also performs all duties and responsibilities of a Route Truck Driver I when needed.

The job requires safe and accurate use of warehouse equipment, maintaining an organized warehouse, and supporting company goals and values. The work environment is not climate controlled and may be cold in winter and hot in summer. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a multitask environment and prioritize and organize effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate and express ideas effectively.
• Ability to learn tire knowledge.
• Friendly, helpful, positive attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and lift 50 pounds continuously.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift, tire cart, pallet jack, and order picker.
• Ability to learn and use scanning devices to accurately confirm tires and shipments.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment with cold winter and hot summer temperatures.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Route Truck Driver I job requirements.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Must meet the minimum qualifications of Route Driver Level I.
• Special licenses may be required to operate certain vehicles or in certain states.

Responsibilities

• Unload semi-trailers and assist with loading semi-trailers and route trucks.
• Use provided equipment and tools to verify, pick, and put away tires and products accurately and safely.
• Store tires and products in designated locations with tags facing out, and restock as needed.
• Work safely, including using equipment seat belts and order-picker harnesses properly.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse.
• Load multi-warehouse transfer trucks and all route trucks.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities of a Route Truck Driver I.
• Support the Warehouse Manager’s decisions and company goals, and uphold K&M values.
• Receive loads by verifying product numbers and checking in products.
• Pick products and prepare shipments for Amazon and Walmart.
• Perform other appropriate and assigned duties.

Benefits

• 401(k) eligibility after six months of employment, with a company match of up to 50% of the first 6% invested.
• College tuition assistance for eligible employees after six months of employment, up to $7,000 annually.
• Healthcare benefits after 90 days.
• Paid time off accrual begins immediately and is available after 90 days.
• $500 referral bonus.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Reduced employee pricing on tires, up to 12 tires per year.
• Annual profit-sharing bonus.
• Opportunities for promotion and pay increases with tenure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed