Warehouse Associate/ Container Loader (Vehicle Exports)

Matus International; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Life insurance

On-the-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 Warehouse Associate / Container Loader in Philadelphia. This full-time role offers overtime and opportunities for advancement. The job focuses on safely loading vehicles into shipping containers in a mostly indoor warehouse setting.

Ideal candidates are bilingual (English/Spanish), able to lift heavy items, and comfortable working outdoors as needed. Forklift certification is preferred, with on-the-job training and a full benefits package provided by a

Qualifications

• Bilingual communication in English and Spanish.
• Forklift certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift heavy items for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team to safely load at least 5 motor vehicle containers daily.
• Inside warehouse environment; loading operations are indoors.
• Plan daily container loading with team captain to arrange vehicles securely and damage-free.
• Construct vehicle loading ramps using lumber, straps and hooks, and operate nail guns.
• Prepare required materials each morning for loading operations.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Forklift certification (preferred)

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift equipment

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-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Vacation/PTO and Sick Time
• Safety PPE gear will be provided
• Water and ice station for daily hydration