Warehouse Associate

Placon Corporation; De Forest (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Placon Corporation is seeking a dependable Warehouse Associate to handle material with safety and precision in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will operate reach trucks and stand-up forklifts, load/unload trailers, and maintain organized inventory using RF scanners.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and readiness to adapt to a rotating 12-hour schedule (3 on/2 off; 2 on/3 off) with training on the day shift. Benefits eligibility applies as you contribute to smooth production.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of verified reach truck (stand-up forklift) experience.
• Able to lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Familiarity with RF scanners and basic computer skills.
• Team-oriented with strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate reach trucks and stand-up forklifts.
• Load and unload trailers and move materials safely.
• Pick, pack, stage, and store inventory.
• Maintain clean, organized warehouse areas.
• Familiarity with warehouse procedures and RF scanners.

Skills

Reach truck experience

Safety mindset

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

RF Scanners

Basic computer skills

Stand-up forklift

Job description

We're looking for a dependable Warehouse Associate who takes pride in safe, accurate material handling and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you're skilled with reach trucks and stand-up forklifts, confident navigating warehouse systems, and ready to play a key role in keeping production running smoothly, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.

Compensation

Starting hourly rate is $21.00 per hour. Team Members working the Night Shift will qualify for an additional 6% shift differential.

Work Schedule

Rotational 12-hour shift | 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off

• Day Shift: 6 AM - 6 PM
• Night Shift: 6 PM - 6 AM (preference given to night candidates)
• New Team Members can expect approximately 2-3 weeks of paid training on the Day Shift before transitioning to their assigned schedule.

Enjoy one of the biggest advantages of our rotating schedule: more time away from work.

Team Members work approximately 182 days per year, providing more built-in opportunities to attend doctor appointments, complete errands, spend time with family, travel, pursue hobbies, and recharge while maintaining full-time status and benefits eligibility.

Employees working this rotating schedule can also earn up to an additional $2,882.88 annually compared to a traditional 8-hour shift schedule.

Why Placon – You'll Love It Here

• A fast-moving role where your accuracy and safety mindset truly matter
• Opportunities to grow your skills and learn advanced warehouse systems
• A supportive distribution center that focuses on full pallet picking
• Competitive pay and great benefits
• A rotating schedule that supports work-life balance with approximately 182 workdays per year

What You'll Do

• Operate reach trucks, and stand-up forklifts
• Load and unload trailers and move materials safely
• Pick, pack, stage, and put away inventory
• Maintain clean, organized warehouse areas
• Familiarity with warehouse procedures and use of RF Scanners

What You Bring

• 1+ year of verified reach truck (stand-up forklift) experience
• Proven record of safe equipment operation and adherence to SOPs
• Strong attention to detail with accurate counting, labeling, and documentation
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. occasionally and stand for 12-hour shifts
• Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment
• Familiarity RF scanners, and basic computer/email skills
• Team-oriented mindset with solid communication and problem-solving skills

Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).

Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

This role requires the ability to work through differing perspectives and resolve conflict in a respectful and professional manner consistent with The Placon Way.