Materials Coordinator & Warehouse Team Lead

Plunkett's Pest Control; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with 0 deductible

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth and development

Family-owned company with 100+ years

Job summary

Plunkett's Pest Control, a family-owned company with over 100 years of history, is seeking a Materials Coordinator for our Fridley, MN warehouse. You will receive and ship materials, maintain accurate inventory, and lead Materials Associates to keep stock levels and order status transparent.

You will develop SOPs, train staff, and partner with purchasing and operations to ensure smooth field service. This hands-on role requires strong organization, communication, and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations, inventory coordination, or materials management.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow, write, and explain standard processes.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with basic computer systems, including inventory software, email, and spreadsheets.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Preferred: experience in field service/logistics and SOP creation; forklift experience or willingness to get certified.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process purchase orders for materials and equipment, checking quantities and accuracy.
• Keep inventory records up to date, including stock levels, backorders, and discrepancies.
• Flag receiving issues, shortages, or damaged materials.
• Pick, pack, and ship materials and equipment to technicians and branches using approved carriers.
• Coordinate drop shipments directly to technicians or locations when needed.
• Ensure every shipment is accurate, properly labeled, and sent out on time.
• Share stock availability, ETAs, and material issues with internal teams.
• Work with Technical Director on replacements for damaged, lost, or defective materials.
• Partner with purchasing, operations, and equipment teams to keep field service running without interruption.
• Supervise, train, and coach Materials Associates, providing daily direction and feedback.
• Support onboarding and cross-training so the warehouse always has coverage.
• Write and maintain SOPs for receiving, shipping, and inventory.
• Spot opportunities to improve processes and recommend updates.
• Help build a positive, accountable, and safety-focused warehouse culture.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Inventory coordination

Materials management

Strong organization

Communication skills

Follow SOPs / write SOPs

Driver's license

Tools

Inventory software

Email

Spreadsheets

Job description

Plunkett's Pest Control, a family-owned company with over 100 years of history, is seeking a Materials Coordinator for our Fridley, MN warehouse. You will receive and ship materials, maintain accurate inventory, and lead Materials Associates to keep stock levels and order status transparent.

You will develop SOPs, train staff, and partner with purchasing and operations to ensure smooth field service. This hands-on role requires strong organization, communication, and a proactive mindset.