Warehouse Material Handler

Davita Inc.; Acworth (GA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Warehouse Associate to work in a fast-paced environment handling tires and auto parts. The role requires physical stamina to lift heavy loads and the ability to operate equipment such as forklifts. Benefits include competitive pay starting at $19.00/hour, healthcare from day one, and a 401(k) with employer contribution. Applicants must have a high school diploma and relevant experience in warehousing or logistics.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer contribution

Weekly pay

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older to operate equipment.
• 1 year of warehouse/logistics or relevant experience.
• Ability to work at heights of 25 feet while operating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, stock tires and auto parts using industrial vehicles.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, ensuring adherence to policies.
• Work on your feet for extended periods and assist with inventory control.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Heavy lifting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY 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.

Schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 9:00am-5:30pm or until work is completed with rotating half-day Saturdays. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs. 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.

• May assist other departments, such as ecomm, inventory, and will call depending on business needs

• 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

OUR BENEFITS

• Highly competitive wages starting at $19.00/hour!

• 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 is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear, taste and/or smell; the employee must occasionally lift products weighing up to approximately 80 pounds. Handling of tires (e.g., rolling, destacking, team lifting) greater than approximately 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Protective equipment required: steel or composite toe boots, safety vest, harness, seatbelt, SRL (self-retracting lifeline). All equipment is provided by U.S. AutoForce except for steel / composite toe boots.
• 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 18 years or older to operate equipment

• 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 work at heights of 25 feet while operating equipment and maintaining safety standards

• Abide by all Company safety policies and state and federal transportation regulations and manufacturing guidelines

• Ability to pass forklift certification

• Willing 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 (do not test for THC / marijuana)

DIVISION:

U.S. AutoForce

U.S. Venture requires that a team member have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.

U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at [phone].