Warehouse Associate - Loading

Company Overview

Driven Distribution Group is the holding company of Tri-State Enterprises, Inc. and Chicago Parts & Sound, LLC. As a leading automotive aftermarket distribution company, Driven Distribution Group is committed to delivering exceptional service, operational excellence, and strong partnerships with our customers, suppliers, and employees. We are building a high-performance culture grounded in our Core Values: Do the Right Thing, Reach for Greatness, Initiate Positivity, Value Teamwork, and Embrace Feedback—which guide everything we do.

Position Summary

The Warehouse Associate – Loading is responsible for efficiently and accurately preparing, staging, and loading customer orders and company vehicles with automotive parts and aftermarket products. This role ensures orders are complete, products are handled with care, and vehicles are loaded safely to meet delivery schedules. 

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately load company delivery trucks and trailers with customer orders, ensuring products are staged and secured according to company standards.

• Verify product counts against invoices, manifests, or pick tickets before loading.

• Operate material handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts) safely and in compliance with company and OSHA standards.

• Inspect products for damage, accuracy, and quality before loading.

• Ensure loading areas remain organized, clean, and free of safety hazards.

• Assist with unloading incoming shipments and storing inventory as needed.

• Follow all safety protocols when handling heavy or hazardous materials.

• Collaborate with drivers, warehouse staff, and supervisors to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Ability to lift, move, and stack products up to 50 lbs. repeatedly.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when verifying orders.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

• Basic understanding of warehouse safety practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior warehouse, loading, or material handling experience preferred.

• Familiarity with automotive aftermarket products.

• Experience with warehouse management systems or handheld scanners.

• Forklift certification (or willingness to obtain) preferred.

Core Competencies

• Communication

• Time Management

• Attention to Detail

• Teamwork

• Initiative

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Works environment with exposure to varying temperatures.

• Regular lifting, bending, standing, and walking for extended periods.

• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Additional Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check, conducted post-offer and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Compensation & Benefits

Driven Distribution Group offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Short-Term Disability (STD)

• Voluntary Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Referral Program

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave, and holidays

• Safety shoe reimbursement program

• Employee discount program for auto parts

Reasonable Accommodations 

Driven Distribution Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Other Duties

Please note: this job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities required of the employee in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.