Lead Warehouse Material Handler - Hybrid Driver

Job Title

U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires, undercar parts, and lubricants to independent tire retailers, auto repair shops, and automotive dealerships.

Job 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
• You can expect to 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
• Some of our stock racks are 25 feet tall, so you must be comfortable working at those heights safely while operating equipment.
• Be on the move. You should be willing and able to 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.
• Onboard and train new hires
• Support Operation Leaders in guiding team members through assigned tasks
• Assist with managing inventory by conducting cycle counts.
• Responsible for inventory control: adjustments, returns, shortages, etc.
• Assist with ecomm and will call as needed
• The duties listed in this job description are not exhaustive. Team members may be asked to perform other job-related tasks and follow any job-related instructions given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations

At least [25%] of this position will include back up driver duties. You will be driving a box truck or semi during one of our many routes while making 10-20 deliveries/day deliveries. While driving, you'll also be providing outstanding customer service, as you will be the "face" of our company"! Other responsibilities include perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, keep complete and accurate records and logs of all driving and deliveries, and operate a handheld device provided and ensure all deliveries are fulfilled.

Our Benefits

• Highly competitive wages
• Weekly pay
• Work boot reimbursement program
• Healthcare benefits, available your first day on the job
• 401(k) with Generous Employer Contribution AND Match
• Paid Vacation, Sick time and Holidays
• On-the-job training and skill development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be qualified as to visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability to operate equipment safely with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee must frequently lift products weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Occasionally exert a pushing force up to 40 pounds. Handling of commercial tires (e.g., rolling, destacking, team lifting) conduct team lifts or use mechanical equipment.
Protective equipment required: steel or composite toe boots, safety vest, safety harness, seatbelt, SRL (self-retracting lifeline). All equipment is provided by U.S. AutoForce except for steel / composite toe boots. All team members must be able to adhere with safety and manufacture guidelines for compliant use of all protective equipment.
Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Fumes associated with tires and occasionally car parts and lubricants prevalent.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older (mandatory company policy)
• Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record in compliance with our driver policy
• 1 year of professional driving experience (cube van, box truck or semi), and satisfactory completion of company road test by qualified assessor
• 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 be trained and safely use powered industrial trucks (forklifts) and high reach lifts. Pass a forklift certification test
• Ability to follow instructions and safe operating procedures
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality customer service
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)
• Valid DOT Medical Card or the ability to obtain DOT Medical Card per DOT/FMCSA guidelines and requirements during the hiring process. (Please visit the DOT/FMCSA website for a complete list of requirements)