Warehouse Material Handler

U.S. Venture, Inc.•Raleigh, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., is an industry leader with over 100 years of experience in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to independent tire retailers, auto repair shops, and automotive dealerships. The Warehouse Material Handler position is crucial to these operations, involving the loading, unloading, and stocking of tires and auto parts within a fast-paced warehouse environment. This role requires the safe operation of industrial vehicles such as forklifts and picker equipment, as well as the use of scanners for efficient inventory control. Team members are expected to handle significant physical demands, including consistent heavy lifting and working at heights, while actively contributing to a strong culture of safety and adhering to all operational procedures. Flexibility to assist other departments based on business needs is also a component of this role.

Requirements

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)

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
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
Work at heights of 25 feet safely while operating equipment
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
Perform other job-related tasks and follow any job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations