Flow Inventory Associate

Overview

Car Max, the way your career should be! When our vehicles shine, you will shine. Car Max customers expect to choose from a range of vehicles that look good and meet Car Max’s high standards. Working alongside a team of experienced technicians, you will ensure the paintwork and interiors are finished to Car Max’s high standards. From replacing parts and sanding, to cleaning and waxing, we bring out the best in every vehicle.

And we’ll help bring out the best in you too, with a clean, modern, climate-controlled environment where you can work comfortably all year. You will also enjoy a generous range of company benefits including paid vacation, medical and retirement plans, and car purchase discounts.

Under general supervision, responsible for zone maintenance, vehicle receiving & shipping, inventory scanning, vehicle movement (both on and off lot), lot wash/merchandising, taking and uploading photos to , as well as providing exceptional customer service.

• Execute processes as defined by work instructions and/or standardized work
• Participate in problem-solving and continuous improvement activities with team
• Participate in training of new associates with guidance of Inventory Associate II and/or the Manager
• Provide outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers
• Ensure daily lot maintenance and security of the display areas and work-in-progress zones
• Secure and receive vehicles that are shipped to Car Max
• Prep vehicle and title packets for shipping to other locations
• Complete scanning of vehicles to ensure accurate product status
• Complete wash and vacuums for customer returns and loaner vehicles
• Complete front-lot wash
• Perform Photo Station process
• Drive vehicles on and off lot for repairs/storage
• Provide support to Auctions (if applicable)
• Responsible for workplace cleanliness and organization in accordance with Car Max 5S standards
• Complete duties as assigned by Flow Inventory Associate IVs and Managers

• Current driver’s license and meet the Car Max DSEPS standards
• Ability to read, interpret, and transcribe data to maintain accurate records
• High School diploma or equivalent work experience preferred
• Ability to execute processes as defined by work instructions and/or standardized work
• Complete Inventory Associate Workstation Certifications & Assigned Workday Learnings
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs

• Indoor and outdoor environments may include working at times in noisy and/or inclement weather conditions.
• Flexible work hours, with shifts that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires walking or standing for extended periods of time in a high-energy, fast-paced working environment.
• Wears Car Max clothing (acquired through the company) at all times while working in the store.
• Follow all Car Max, O.S.H.A., and EPA standards, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment, and proper waste disposal in required areas.
• Adhere to all Car Max policies, including Attendance, Asset Protection, Integrity, TAWR, and Standards of Professional Appearance.

Hourly rate: $22.20 - $30.96

Except as otherwise required by state law, Car Max Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.

• Full‑time hourly or commission/incentive eligible associates earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year (accrued on a per pay‑period basis) and between 80 and 200 hours of vacation time after a 90‑day waiting period, depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
• For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.

Full‑time salaried associates are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.

For more details about benefits, please visit our Car Max Benefits website.

Car Max is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice and subscribes to federal…