Warehouse Associate (Tire Unloader / Packer)
Priority Tire LLCExciting Opportunity in Naperville, Illinois! Join Our Dynamic Warehouse Operations Team! Are you dependable, hardworking, and comfortable in an active, physically demanding work environment? Priority Tire is seeking motivated Warehouse Associates to join our Naperville team as Tire Unloaders / Packers. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, teamwork, and staying active throughout the workday. No previous tire unloading experience is required. We provide paid, hands-on training and coaching to help you develop the skills, stamina, and efficiency needed to succeed in this role. Why Choose Priority Tire? We're a leading e-commerce and wholesale tire distributor focused on quality and value. Our continued growth has created an expanding network of warehouses and a dedicated team committed to delivering excellence. What sets us apart? We specialize in distributing budget-friendly, high-quality radial tires, ensuring our customers get exceptional value without compromising performance. We strive to exceed expectations every step of the way. In October 2024, Priority Tire was ranked fourth on Newsweek's list of America's Best Online Shops for 2025. Priority Tire was also named to Newsweek's 2024 America's Best Online Shops list. Job Overview: Warehouse Associates - Tire Unloader / Packers play an important role in supporting our receiving, packing, and shipping operations. This position primarily involves manually unloading shipping containers containing approximately 800-1,000 tires per container, moving and organizing products, and preparing orders for shipment. This is an active, physically demanding position requiring stamina, teamwork, and consistent effort. Associates will typically assist with approximately two container unloads per workday. Container unloading is not an all-day assignment, and employees will also support other warehouse functions. The standard productivity goal is to complete each container within two hours or less while maintaining safe handling practices and quality standards. This is a target to work toward as employees develop their skills and efficiency through training. Key Responsibilities: Manually unload tires from shipping containers, typically containing approximately 800-1,000 tires each. Work collaboratively with team members to complete approximately two container unloads per workday. Work toward the standard productivity target of unloading each container within two hours or less while following established safety procedures. Move, sort, stack, and organize tires in designated warehouse locations. Pack customer orders and prepare products for shipment. Assist with loading, staging, and organizing outgoing shipments as needed. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Follow all warehouse safety procedures and proper manual handling techniques. Perform additional warehouse duties as needed to support daily operations. TrainingPerformance Expectations: Receive paid, hands-on training and coaching during the first 30 days of employment. Work alongside experienced team members to learn proper tire handling, unloading, packing, and warehouse procedures. New hires are not expected to meet full productivity targets immediately. Gradually develop the physical stamina, safe handling techniques, and efficiency required for the position. Work toward independently completing assigned unloading responsibilities as training progresses. Demonstrate consistent improvement, teamwork, reliability, and adherence to safety expectations. Safety and proper handling procedures must always take priority over unloading speed. Requirements: Previous warehouse or tire unloading experience is helpful but not required. Good physical stamina and comfort performing repetitive manual work. Ability to safely handle, lift, move, and stack tires of varying sizes and weights, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ability to work in an active warehouse environment and remain ph…