Warehouse Material Handler

US Venture•Lewiston, ME

32d

About The Position

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., distributes tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to independent tire retailers, auto repair shops, and automotive dealerships. The Warehouse Material Handler works in a fast-paced warehouse loading, unloading, and stocking tires and auto parts, using industrial vehicles and scanner equipment to locate and put away inventory. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with rotating Saturdays. Schedules may change based on business needs, and overtime may be required. The role involves frequent lifting of approximately 50 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 80 pounds, with team lifts or mechanical equipment used when handling commercial tires. It also requires pushing with up to 40 pounds of force, working on your feet for extended periods, and safely operating equipment at heights of up to 25 feet. Team members are expected to follow safety policies and procedures, and may assist other departments based on business needs. Duties may include other job-related tasks assigned by a supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old to operate equipment.
Have 1 year of warehouse, logistics, or relevant experience.
Be able to lift 50 pounds consistently and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds.
Be able to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds.
Be able to work at heights of 25 feet while operating equipment and maintaining safety standards.
Abide by company safety policies, state and federal transportation regulations, and manufacturing guidelines.
Be able to pass forklift certification.
Be willing to work overtime as needed.
Be able to follow instructions and safe operating procedures.
Be able to work in a team environment.
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test; THC/marijuana is not tested.
Be able to safely operate equipment with or without reasonable accommodation and comply with safety and manufacturer guidelines for protective equipment.
Wear steel or composite toe boots; other required protective equipment includes a safety vest, safety harness, seatbelt, and self-retracting lifeline (SRL).

Responsibilities

Load, unload, and stock tires and auto parts in a fast-paced warehouse using industrial vehicles such as forklifts or picker equipment.
Use scanners to locate and put away tires and assist with inventory control.
Safely lift and handle products, using team lifts or mechanical equipment for commercial tires.
Push barrels and industrial or agricultural tires as required.
Work safely at heights of up to 25 feet while operating equipment.
Remain on your feet for extended periods and work overtime as needed.
Follow safety policies and operating procedures.
Assist other departments, such as e-commerce, inventory, and will call, depending on business needs.
Perform other job-related tasks and follow job-related instructions from a supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.