Warehouse Material Handler - 2nd Shift

U.S. AutoForce; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive wages starting at $20/hr

Weekly pay

Boot reimbursement program

Healthcare benefits available from your first day

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

Job summary

U.S. AutoForce in Kansas City is seeking a Warehouse Associate. The role involves loading, unloading, and stocking tires and auto parts in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must be able to lift 50 pounds consistently, work at heights of 25 feet, and adhere to safety standards. The position offers highly competitive wages starting at $20/hr, healthcare benefits available from the first day, and a generous 401(k) plan. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and be 18 years or older. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of warehouse/logistics or relevant experience.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.
• Successfully pass a pre‑employment drug test (do not test for THC/marijuana).

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, stock tires and auto parts in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Use scanners to find and put away tires and assist with inventory control.
• Contribute to the culture of safety, ensuring adherence to all safety policies.

Skills

Ability to safely lift 50 pounds

Warehouse or logistics experience

Ability to work at heights of 25 feet

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Education

18 years or older

Forklift certification ability

Job description

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.

The schedule for this position is Monday to Thursday 6:00 PM to 4:30 AM or until work is completed. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs and may require overtime.

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
• 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 $20/hr
• Weekly pay
• Boot reimbursement program
• Healthcare benefits available from 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: The employee must be qualified as to visual, auditory, physical, and mental ability to operate equipment safely with or without reasonable accommodation. Frequently lift products weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Exert a pushing force up to 40 pounds. Handle commercial tires (rolling, destacking, team lifting) using mechanical equipment or team lifts.

Protective equipment required: steel or composite toe boots, safety vest, safety harness, seatbelt, self‑retracting lifeline. All equipment is provided by U.S. AutoForce except for steel/composite toe boots. All team members must adhere to safety and manufacturing guidelines for compliant use of all protective equipment.

Work environment: The employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level is usually moderate. Fumes associated with tires and sometimes car parts and lubricants are 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 when 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 will not offer sponsorship for employment status for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis and must not require U.S. Venture’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency except when there is a specific business need.

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].