Warehouse Associate

Forshaw Inc; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Forshaw Inc. in Minneapolis is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our team. You will pick, pack, and ship orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery while upholding Forshaw's customer service standards.

The ideal candidate has warehouse experience, can operate forklift and pallet jack, is detail oriented, a strong team player, and able to start early mornings. On-site work with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years of warehouse experience or more, including use of forklift and pallet jack.
• Must read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the public.
• High school degree or equivalent is preferred.
• Basic computer experience or knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and ship orders accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain inventory placement and product counts; keep records up to date.
• Ensure delivery documents and shipping paperwork are complete and accurate.
• Provide high level of customer service and communicate order status with customers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Customer service

English language

Computer basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Description

Are you detail oriented and a team player? Do you have a knack for customer service and are comfortable in a fast-paced environment? If so, we want you to join our team as a Warehouse Associate at FORSHAW!

FORSHAW is seeking a highly motivated and efficient individual to join our team as a Warehouse Associate for the Minneapolis branch. In this role, you will be responsible for picking, packing, and shipping orders. Your goal will be to deliver delightful customer service by processing orders correctly and efficiently in ways that align with FORSHAW’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a proven track record of pick, pack, and shipping accuracy; and the ability to operate warehouse equipment safely. You must have a high attention to detail and be a strong team player to succeed in this role.

FORSHAW is a third-generation, family-owned and operated national pest control distribution business headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina with eleven offices strategically located throughout the U.S. providing exceptional, hands-on service to our customers. Founded in 1961, FORSHAW is recognized as an industry leader that provides strategic solutions to help both our customers and vendor protect public health.

Requirements

• Handle all picking, packing, and shipping of products via LTL and UPS
• Manage inventory placement, product counts, and upkeep
• Maintain delivery and shipping documents
• Provide a high level of customer service, establish and maintain customer relations, and communicate order and delivery information with customers
• Operate a forklift, pallet jack, and other warehouse equipment
• Ensure all safety rules are strictly observed
• Comply with all OSHA regulations
• Assist FORSHAW Customer Service Representatives and Salespeople with incoming orders
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Two years of warehouse experience, including use of forklift and pallet jack
• High school degree or equivalent preferred
• Available to begin early mornings Monday – Friday, and have reliable transportation to on-site location
• Must be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public
• Basic computer experience or knowledge

Physical Requirements

• Routinely bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects and materials weighing up to 50 lbs.

Summary of Benefits

• Competitive salary and a great career development opportunity
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays and an additional day to recognize your birthday
• 401(k) plan with Company match
• Paid parental leave