Warehouse Worker/Entry Level Pre-finish Worker

IQ Resource Group, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

IQ Resource Group is seeking a Warehouse Worker and Pre-finish Department Worker in Elk River, MN. The role supports shipping, inventory accuracy, and prep of raw materials for finishing.

You will stage, load, and verify orders to ensure on-time deliveries while maintaining a clean, safe workspace. Two shifts are available: Warehouse Worker from 2:30pm to 11:00pm and Pre-finish Department Worker from 6:00am to 2:30pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience using power and hand tools preferred.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word/Excel) for inventory tracking.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Stage, prep, wrap, and load outgoing merchandise according to load lists.
• Load trucks safely and accurately to ensure timely next-day deliveries.
• Perform final quality checks on staged loads, including verifying strapping and order accuracy.
• Pull and prepare will-call orders and customer pick tickets.
• Assist with inventory control including cycle counts, physical inventory, and processing returns.
• Prepare raw wood materials for finishing (hand sanding, scuffing, filling nail holes/knots).
• Feed materials into production lines at a consistent pace to maintain efficiency.
• Transport raw materials from warehouse to production areas.
• Support Door Shop and Casing departments as needed.
• Assist with shop cleanup and maintain a clean, dust-free work environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Stamina

Microsoft Word/Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Table saws

Casing machines

Power tools

Job description

IQ Resource Group is hiring a Warehouse Worker and Pre-finish Department Worker in Elk River, Minnesota!

Location: Elk River, MN

Shift: Warehouse Worker- Monday-Friday 2:30pm-11:00pm

Shift: Pre-finish Department Worker Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm

Pay: $18.00 an hour

Job Summary We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Warehouse Associate / Pre-finish worker for our 1st and 2nd shift operations. This is a versatile, hands-on role responsible for staging and loading outgoing products, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting production by preparing raw materials for finishing. This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate shipments, efficient production flow, and high-quality finished products.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse & Shipping:

• Stage, prep, wrap, and load outgoing merchandise according to load lists
• Load trucks safely and accurately to ensure timely next-day deliveries
• Perform final quality checks on staged loads, including verifying strapping and order accuracy
• Pull and prepare will-call orders and customer pick tickets
• Assist with inventory control including cycle counts, physical inventory, and processing returns

Pre-finish Department:

• Prepare raw wood materials for finishing (hand sanding, scuffing, filling nail holes/knots)
• Feed materials into production lines at a consistent pace to maintain efficiency
• Transport raw materials from warehouse to production areas
• Support Door Shop and Casing departments as needed
• Assist with shop cleanup and maintain a clean, dust-free work environment

Safety & Equipment Operation

• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely (or ability to become certified)
• Use power tools and shop equipment such as table saws, miter boxes, and casing machines
• Follow OSHA and company safety standards at all times
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1+ year of warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
• Experience using power and hand tools preferred
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word/Excel) for inventory tracking
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to stand and walk for full shifts
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs with team assistance
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks such as sanding, lifting, and material handling

What We’re Looking For

• Mechanically inclined and hands-on individual
• Team player with a strong work ethic
• Someone who takes pride in quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and stay on task