Warehouse Material Handler

US Venture • Hanover, MD

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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, and stocking tires and auto parts, using industrial vehicles and scanning equipment to support inventory control. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; schedules may change based on business needs, and overtime may be required.

This physically active role involves lifting, pushing, working at heights, and spending extended periods on your feet. The employee must follow company safety policies and equipment procedures, and may assist other departments based on business needs. Duties may include other job-related tasks as directed by a supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older to operate equipment.
• At least 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.
• Ability to work at heights of 25 feet while operating equipment and maintaining safety standards.
• Ability to follow 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.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test; THC/marijuana is not tested for.
• Ability to safely operate equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation, and comply with safety and manufacturer guidelines for protective equipment.
• Steel- or composite-toe boots are required; team members must provide their own boots.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and stock tires and auto parts in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Operate industrial vehicles such as forklifts or picker equipment.
• Use scanners to locate and put away tires and assist with inventory control.
• Lift products weighing approximately 50 pounds consistently and up to 80 pounds occasionally; use team lifts or mechanical equipment when handling commercial tires.
• Exert a pushing force of up to 40 pounds when working with barrels or industrial/agricultural tires.
• Work safely at heights of up to 25 feet while operating equipment.
• Work on your feet for extended periods and work overtime as needed.
• Follow safety policies, operating procedures, state and federal transportation regulations, and manufacturing guidelines.
• Assist other departments, such as e-commerce, inventory, and will call, depending on business needs.
• Follow job-related instructions and perform other job-related tasks as directed by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Highly competitive wages starting at $20.50 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