Warehouse Associate/ Container Loader (Vehicle Exports)

Matus International; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Life insurance

On‑job training

Opportunities for advancement

Vacation/PTO and Sick Time

Safety PPE gear will be provided

Water and ice station for daily hydrat

Job summary

Matus International is seeking a reliable Warehouse Associate / Container Loader to join our growing logistics team in Philadelphia. This full-time role involves safely loading at least 5 motor vehicle containers daily and operating forklifts and other equipment indoors in a covered warehouse.

You may have container loading experience or carpentry skills; Spanish and English are both valued. Flexible schedule with overtime available, training provided, and opportunities for advancement within

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish required or preferred.
• Strong safety awareness and teamwork.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift heavy items and work in all weather conditions.
• Flexible schedule with overtime opportunities.
• Forklift certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Load at least 5 motor vehicle containers daily with team members.
• Operate forklifts and related equipment in a covered warehouse.
• Assist with daily container planning to ensure safe, damage-free loading.
• Construct vehicle loading ramps; prepare materials each morning.
• Maintain an orderly warehouse and comply with safety protocols.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Warehouse Associate / Container Loader

Full-Time Overtime Available Opportunity for Advancement

About Matus International

Matus International is a family-owned logistics and export company with roots dating back to 1994. Today we're 200+ team members strong across seven offices, shipping vehicles, heavy equipment, and cargo to Central America, South America, and the Caribbean — and we're growing. As we expand, we need dependable people ready to grow with us.

Why Join Us:

• Real growth, not just a job. We promote from within — reliability and hard work here can lead to team captain, supervisor, and beyond as we expand.


• Stability you can build on. Full-time, steady work with a company that's been around for over 30 years and isn't slowing down.


• Overtime pay. Extra hours on the schedule mean extra pay in your check.


• We invest in our people. Paid on-the-job training, safety gear provided, and a full benefits package.

What You'll Do:

• Collaborate with team members to safely and efficiently load at least 5 motor vehicle containers daily.


• Work Environment: All loading operations are conducted indoors within a covered warehouse facility.


• Partner with your team captain on daily container planning to arrange vehicles securely for damage-free loading.


• Construct vehicle loading ramps by cutting lumber, readying straps and hooks, and operating nail guns.


• Prepare required materials each morning in advance of loading operations.


• Safely run machinery and tools, including forklifts, yard movers, miter saws, and nail guns.


• Comply strictly with internal safety protocols and OSHA guidelines.


• Maintain an orderly warehouse and yard space while staging vehicles for upcoming shifts.


• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as directed by management.

Who We’re Looking For:

You don't need both of these — either background works:

• Experience loading vehicles into shipping containers, OR


• Construction or carpentry experience with power tools (nail gun, miter saw) and building wood framing/structures.


• You'll also need to:


• Be comfortable working outdoors and inside containers in all weather conditions.


• Be able to stand, walk, and lift heavy items for extended periods.


• Speak both Spanish and English.


• Hold a valid forklift certification (preferred, not required).


• Bring strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and teamwork.


• Be available for a flexible schedule. This role is not a standard 9-to-5 — see Schedule below.

Schedule:

This role requires flexibility. We need someone who can commit to:

• Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM to close (Evenings)


• Saturday: 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM
  
  
  
  • Hours worked beyond 40 in a week are paid at overtime rates.
  
  
  
  

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and want more than just a paycheck, we’d love to hear from you.

• 401(k)


• Life insurance


• On‑job training


• Opportunities for advancement


• Vacation/PTO and Sick Time


• Safety PPE gear will be provided


• Water and ice station for daily hydration