Warehouse Material Handler

US Venture • West Columbia, SC

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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, stocking, and locating tires and auto parts, while assisting with inventory control and supporting other departments as business needs require.

The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., or until work is completed, with rotating half-day Saturdays depending on business needs. Schedules may change, and overtime may be required. The position requires frequent lifting, pushing, extended periods on one's feet, and safely operating equipment at heights of up to 25 feet. Required protective equipment includes steel or composite toe boots, a safety vest, safety harness, seatbelt, and self-retracting lifeline. U.S. AutoForce provides all listed protective equipment except the boots.

The work environment may involve weather conditions, moderate noise, and fumes associated with tires and occasionally car parts and lubricants. Applicants must be at least 18 to operate equipment, have relevant warehouse or logistics experience, pass forklift certification and a pre-employment drug test, and be able to follow safety policies and operating procedures. The role is full-time and requires current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old to operate equipment.
• At least 1 year of warehouse, logistics, or relevant experience.
• Ability to consistently lift 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds when working with barrels and industrial or agricultural tires.
• Ability to work safely at heights of up to 25 feet while operating equipment.
• Ability to abide by company safety policies, state and federal transportation regulations, and manufacturing guidelines.
• Ability to pass forklift certification.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to follow instructions and safe operating procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test; THC/marijuana is not tested.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require U.S. Venture sponsorship to continue working legally.

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 move products, using team lifts or mechanical equipment when handling commercial tires.
• Work at heights of up to 25 feet while operating equipment and following safety standards.
• Work on feet for extended periods and work overtime as needed.
• Follow company safety policies, operating procedures, and applicable state and federal transportation regulations and manufacturing guidelines.
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive wages starting at $19 per hour.
• Weekly pay.
• Work boot reimbursement program.
• Quarterly performance bonus program.
• Healthcare benefits available on the first day of employment.
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• On-the-job training and skill development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discount programs.

What This Job Offers

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