Warehouse Associate

Flow Control Group; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership program

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Flow Control Group is seeking an experienced warehouse associate for our Blaine, MN facility. You will handle receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping of orders, with forklift operation and safety duties.

The role runs on a day shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with opportunities to grow within a network of North American brands. Applicants should have 2+ years in warehousing, a valid driver's license, forklift experience, and solid computer skills to manage inventory in our

Qualifications

• 2+ years of warehouse experience, including pulling and packing orders.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Forklift experience required.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn warehouse inventory systems.
• Strong attention to detail with accuracy in order fulfillment and shipping.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, stay organized, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming freight and inspect deliveries for damage or missing items.
• Sort and store products, perform cycle counts, and update ERP records.
• Pull orders, pack securely, attach shipping labels, and stage for shipping.
• Load finished orders onto delivery trucks and verify counts.
• Operate pallet jacks and forklifts with proper certification; follow PPE rules.
• Maintain a clean, hazard-free workspace and report malfunctions.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift experience

Driver's license

Basic computer skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Tools

ERP system

Job description

About Us

Founded in 1971, Kim Controls is a market-leading automation solutions provider serving manufacturing clients in Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. We operate with a strong customer commitment, working closely with customer management, engineering, and R&D teams to design and deliver complete automation solutions - not just products.

Visit our Website: kimcontrols.com

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Summary

We're seeking an experienced warehouse worker with skills in shipping/receiving, order pulling, and packing to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

Receiving and Unloading

• Unload incoming freight and trucks.
• Inspect deliveries for damage, defects, or missing items.
• Compare packing slips, invoices, and purchase orders against physical stock.
• Scan and label incoming goods to enter them into the system and put them away.

Storing and Inventory Management

• Sort and place products into designated shelves, racks, or bins.
• Perform cycle counts, stock checks, and physical inventory audits.
• Update inventory tracking records using the ERP System.
• Report stock discrepancies or damaged products to supervisors.

Order Picking and Packing

• Retrieve items from storage shelves based on pick lists for orders.
• Pack, wrap, and box products securely to prevent damage.
• Attach shipping labels, manifests, and documentation to packages.
• Stage orders in designated shipping zones.

Shipping and Loading

• Load finished, packed orders onto delivery trucks.
• Verify outgoing shipment counts match manifest documents.
• Assist with logistics dispatch and transport prep.

Equipment Operation and Safety

• Operate material-handling equipment like pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts (with proper certification).
• Follow workplace safety rules and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Maintain a clean, organized, hazard-free workspace.
• Perform routine safety checks on machinery and report malfunctions.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years of warehouse experience, including pulling and packing orders.
• Licensing: Must hold a valid driver's license.
• Equipment: Forklift experience required.
• Technical Skills: Basic computer proficiency and the ability to learn warehouse inventory and order management systems.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy in order fulfillment, inventory management, and shipping.
• Efficiency: Ability to prioritize tasks, stay organized, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in a warehouse environment, with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, dust, and moving equipment.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting throughout the workday.
• Regular use of warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts, as authorized.
• May occasionally require overtime based on business needs and shipping demands.

Schedule

• Type: Day Shift - Full Time
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM

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Kim Controls is proud to be part of Flow Control Group (FCG), a leading solutions provider of technically oriented products and services in flow control, fluid handling and process, industrial automation, and life sciences. Through its network of specialized companies across North America, FCG delivers mission-critical products, engineering expertise, and customer solutions to a wide range of industries.

Why Build a Career With Us?

Everyone's an Owner of the Company:

Because every team member contributes to Flow Control Group's success, employees share in that success through a broad-based ownership program available across our portfolio companies.

Competitive Benefits:

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, competitive 401(k) matching, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, wellness resources, and employee referral programs.

The Climb Financial Program:

Your financial wellbeing matters. Through Flow Control Group's Climb Financial Program, employees have access to tools and resources designed to support both immediate needs and long-term goals. Programs may include emergency assistance funds, earned wage access, financial coaching, low-cost loan options, retirement planning resources, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through employee ownership.

Training & Development:

FCG University is available to all employees, offering access to more than 80,000 learning courses to help you build new skills and advance your career.

Career Growth Opportunities:

With a growing network of brands across North America, Flow Control Group provides opportunities for advancement, cross-functional experience, mentorship, and professional development in a supportive environment where your contributions make an impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Flow Control Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected status.

Pay Transparency

Min: USD $23.00/Hr., Max: USD $28.00/Hr.