Warehouse Technician

EAST BAY TIRE

A career at East Bay Tire provides a unique opportunity to work in a competitive environment full of challenges and fulfilling growth throughout the East Bay, Central Valley, and Northern California. You'll have the chance to be part of our team, to be creative and innovative in your role, and to meet the demands of an ever-evolving company and economic climate. You'll be involved in serving our communities, building lasting relationships, and be inspired by the best to grow in your career. Our teams embrace challenge; we are very tenacious. The tenacity is what feeds our passion to be the best, but in the warehouse, we just call this True Grit.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The warehouse technician is responsible for receiving, storing, and organizing tires, materials, equipment, and other items from warehouse to fill shelves, racks, or customers' orders. May operate power equipment to fill orders. Ability to drive and operate a forklift, reach truck, and various other types of equipment is a plus.

DUTIES INCLUDE

• Active participation in East Bay Tire's Safety program to maintain a healthy and injury-free environment
• Participate in training and company meetings to facilitate individual and company growth
• Receives, stores, and pulls/distributes tires by performing the following duties:
• Receive tires and items, either by hand or by using forklifts, scissor-lifts, clapper attachment, dolly, or motorized cart
• Sorts and places tires or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to size, type, and style.
• Pull items from inventory for shipment and load tires for delivery
• Performs an inventory of the product
• Operate forklift on a daily basis for warehousing needs
• Work on special projects and perform other tasks as needed

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have at least 2 years' experience working in a warehouse as a warehouse technician or forklift operator
• Experience working in a warehouse or manufacturing setting
• Experience performing inventory counts
• Experience working in the tire industry preferred but not required
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.
• Must have a strong commitment to achieving goals with a teamwork mentality
• Must have great communication/interpersonal skills
• Must be motivated with a good business sense and understanding
• Must have good decision-making/judgment skills
• Must be extremely organized and detail-oriented.
• Must be a team player, with the initiative and ability to do what it takes to get the job done
• Computer skills with a variety of programs, including Excel, Outlook, and various other computer systems
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Must be a self-starter, be willing to take initiative, and be willing to work without direct supervision
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds as required for the job
• Ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and work independently on tight deadlines with multiple priorities

LOCATION

• This position will work out of our Fairfield, CA, location.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, ADD, Life, FSA, and DCAP Benefit Options
• Generous 401k with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Annual Employee Christmas Trees, Tax Services, Tailgate and Tickets to events, Employee birthdays, mingles, and lunches
• You'll have the opportunity to work with great people and make a real impact - while being your unique, authentic self at work.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY

• We grow together. We believe in supporting all employees with all the resources and tools to be successful. We invest in our people; we learn together, and we grow together. We celebrate OUR people, and we want each employee to have a long career with East Bay Tire.
• We focus on giving people our utmost attention. Building and keeping relationships, going above and beyond, and offering world-class service are of the utmost importance to each member of our team. We are proud of how we got here and want to continue to build for our future.
• East Bay Tire promotes a work environment that encourages problem-solving, collaboration, and a culture of growth. We roll up our sleeves, we work together, and we support each other.
• We pride ourselves on having a very diverse team that matches our diverse customer base. We have an inclusive culture where different perspectives, professional and personal, are respected and welcomed.
• We pride ourselves on being a fast-paced company that recognizes talent and rewards hard work.
• We offer flexible work hours, a work environment that allows for work/life balance, a family-focused approach, and competitive benefits and events that support employee wellness.

PHYSICAL AND/OR MENTAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Work in an environment where there can be medium to loud noise
• Routinely use computer equipment, including monitors, keyboards, etc.
• Frequently sit and stand to perform work, visit locations, load and unload trucks, use hand trucks, lift tires and parts, pack boxes, or put materials together
• Adherence to safety protocols and policies while using proper PPE is a must
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to kneel, bend, twist, reach, pull, and push 50-75lbs.
• Work flexible/varying schedule to support the team, customers, and deadlines

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S.

East Bay Tire is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected factor.