Warehouse Material Handler Hybrid Driver

US VENTURE INC; Portland (OR); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in tire distribution is seeking dedicated warehouse associates to join their dynamic team. This role involves loading, unloading, and stocking tires and auto parts while ensuring safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. With a competitive starting wage and a sign-on bonus, this opportunity not only offers a chance to be part of a leading company but also provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401(k) matching, and on-the-job training. If you are physically fit, enjoy hands-on work, and thrive in a team-oriented atmosphere, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with match

Paid Vacation

Sick time

Volunteer Hours

Holidays

On-the-job training

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Programs

Sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant work experience in warehouse settings.
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds and work at heights of 25 feet.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and stock tires and auto parts in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Ensure adherence to all safety policies and operating procedures.

Skills

Warehouse Operations

Forklift Operation

Scanning Accuracy

Physical Stamina

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF Scanner

Forklift

Job description

DIVISION: U.S. AutoForce

POSITION SUMMARY

**$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS**

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 from 6:00am - 2:30pm + rotating Saturday's. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Load, unload and stock tires and auto parts in a fast-paced warehouse environment using industrial vehicles such as a forklift or picker equipment.
• Stay fit doing hands-on work. You can expect to lift up to 80 lbs. Some of our stock racks are 25 feet tall, so you must be comfortable working at those heights.
• 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.

OUR BENEFITS

• Highly competitive wages starting at $21.50/hour!
• **SIGN ON BONUS $500 AFTER 6 MONTHS AND $500 AFTER 1 YEAR**
• Healthcare benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Paid Vacation, Sick time, Volunteer Hours 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

• 1 year of relevant work experience
• 21 years of age or older
• Ability to work accurately with lengthy part numbers
• Above average scanning accuracy
• Ability to follow directions and safe operating procedures
• Neat and well organized
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds
• Ability to work at heights of 25 feet
• Work on feet for extended periods of time
• Willing to work overtime as needed
• Basic computer/RF scanner experience
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (do not test for THC / marijuana)

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].