Warehouse Associate Backup Driver

K&M TIre • Portage, WI

2d • $21 - $21 • Onsite

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 loading and unloading trucks, picking and putting away tires and other products, and supporting warehouse and route-truck operations. The employee is expected to work safely, maintain an organized warehouse, support company goals and values, and perform the duties of a Route Truck Driver I.

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.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Must meet the minimum qualifications for 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 safely and accurately to verify, pick, and put away tires and products.
• Place tires and products in designated locations with tags facing outward, and restock as needed.
• Follow safety practices, including proper use of equipment seat belts and order-picker harnesses.
• 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.
• Receive loads by verifying product numbers and checking in shipments.
• Pick products and prepare Amazon and Walmart shipments.
• Support the Warehouse Manager’s decisions and company goals, uphold K&M values, and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) eligibility after six months, with a company match of up to 50% of the first 6% invested.
• College tuition assistance of up to $7,000 annually for eligible employees after six months.
• 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 up to 12 tires per year.
• Annual profit-sharing bonus.
• Opportunities for promotion, including team lead, assistant manager, or manager roles.

What This Job Offers

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