Warehouse Associate

Freudenberg Group; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Shakopee, MN. You will handle inbound/outbound logistics, inventory cycles, and stock organization while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining 5S, supporting productivity improvements with the DC supervisor, and operating lift trucks and pallet jacks. ISO compliance and regular training are part of the role.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1-3 years’ warehousing experience is expected.
• Adequate knowledge of warehousing procedures.
• ISO experience is preferred.
• Forklift and OSHA certifications are preferred.
• Must be organized and able to adapt quickly to changes.
• Reliable, punctual team player.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties across inbound, outbound, and inventory functions.
• Maintain safety and regulatory compliance.
• Meet delivery expectations with accurate order fulfillment.
• Keep a clean work area following 5S standards.
• Engage in sustainability initiatives and productivity improvements.
• Operate facility vehicles such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Adhere to ISO standards and complete scheduled training.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organized

Team player

Flexible shifts

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification

OSHA certification

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for carrying out an array of duties for all warehouse functions for the inbound, outbound, and inventory cycle counts, and/or managing, retrieving, and organizing stock. Warehouse Associates may also be required to attend to other tasks as determined by the Distribution Center Supervisor or Manager. Supports warehouse management in all areas.

• Maintain safety regulations and compliance with all applicable regulations and policy requirements.

• Maintains quality standards with performance, defects, damages, and quantity.

• Fulfill customer order requirements with efficiency and accuracy to meet delivery expectations.

• Maintain a clean work area while following all implemented 5’s standards.

• Participates in sustainability initiatives.

• Work with the Distribution Center Supervisor to identify and execute on productivity and quality for the DC.

• Manage the use of facility vehicles such as lift trucks, sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, and pallet jacks.

• Responsible for adhering to and maintaining ISO standards.

• Maintain professional skills by attending regular scheduled training, such as safety, quality, and performance.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• 1-3 years’ experience

• Adequate knowledge of warehousing procedures

• ISO experience is preferred.

• Forklift certification and OSHA certification preferred.

• Must be organized and able to make changes swiftly.

• A reliable and punctual team player.

• Detail oriented for accurate inventory counts.

• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude while working independently and in a team environment

• Flexible and capable of working various shifts.

• Includes sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Report to work and complete assigned tasks on time.

Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues.
Value for Customers: Delivers superior value through commitment to quality, service and reliability.
Innovation: Applies and shares ideas and best practices. Ensures and engages in continuous improvement activities.
Drive & Execution: Shows initiative and a positive attitude to get things done. Embraces challenges and demonstrated a good level of energy.

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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