Warehouseman

Envision Cold (Albert Lea/Austin, MN); Austin (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Cold in Minnesota is seeking a warehouse associate to perform a variety of duties operating equipment and supporting cold storage and food distribution operations.

You will load and unload freight, stage product for storage, pick orders, ensure accurate inbound/outbound shipments, and maintain a safe, clean, and organized warehouse. The role requires working in a cold environment and operating powered industrial equipment, with union terms under UFCW Local 663.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Prior warehouse or material handling experience preferred.
• Ability to work in cold storage/freezer environments and operate powered equipment.
• Willingness to complete mandatory annual 8-hour HAZWOPER safety training.
• High school diploma or equivalent or combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight in a safe, efficient, accurate, and timely manner.
• Move customer product to storage areas using proper material handling equipment and efficiently stage product for storage in the appropriate area.
• Place palletized product in storage racks on the refrigerated dock or in the freezer, and record and communicate the location with customer coordinators.
• Pick orders for shipment and assemble customer product to be shipped.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of adulteration, damage, and temperature abuse.
• Operate all material handling equipment safely and efficiently as required.
• Maintain housekeeping for a safe, clean, and neat warehouse.
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including required PPE for cold temperatures, overhead obstructions, noise, and battery-handling hazards.
• Charge and maintain material handling equipment batteries as needed.
• Maintain effective communication and working relationships with all managers and employees.
• Notify the Warehouse Operations Manager of any problems with procedures or equipment to help maintain the highest degree of safety, inventory accuracy, and productivity.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Forklift operation

Cold storage environment experience

HAZWOPER training

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary:

In this position, you will perform a variety of warehouse duties operating various equipment, supporting our cold storage and food distribution operations.

This position is represented by UFCW Local 663 and is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), including applicable union membership and/or service fee requirements following 30 days of employment.

What you'll do (including, but not limited to):

• Load and unload freight in a safe, efficient, accurate, and timely manner
• Move customer product to storage areas using proper material handling equipment and efficiently stage product for storage in the appropriate area
• Place palletized product in storage racks on the refrigerated dock or in the freezer, and record and communicate the location with customer coordinators
• Pick orders for shipment and assemble customer product to be shipped
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of adulteration, damage, and temperature abuse
• Operate all material handling equipment safely and efficiently as required
• Maintain housekeeping for a safe, clean, and neat warehouse
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including required PPE for cold temperatures, overhead obstructions, noise, and battery-handling hazards
• Charge and maintain material handling equipment batteries as needed
• Maintain effective communication and working relationships with all managers and employees
• Notify the Warehouse Operations Manager of any problems with procedures or equipment to help maintain the highest degree of safety, inventory accuracy, and productivity
• Perform other duties as requested

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to stand, sit, reach, bend, twist, kneel and use hands to handle various products.
• Consistently lift, move, push, pull and carry upwards of 40 lbs. depending on product and business operations.
• Occasionally lift, move, push, pull and carry upwards of 100 lbs. with assistance depending on product and business operations.
• Work around, on or near a variety of equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts, warehouse racking systems, electronic devices and refrigeration systems.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided.

• Moving objects, including pallet jacks, forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Moderate noise levels depending on warehouse operations.
• Working around refrigeration systems that may include freon or ammonia-based coolants.
• Inclement weather subject to loading and receiving dock configuration.
• Interior temperatures between 70 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit (21 to -26 degrees Celsius)

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Prior warehouse, forklift, or material handling experience highly preferred
• Ability to work in a cold storage/freezer environment and operate powered industrial equipment
• Willingness to complete mandatory annual 8-hour HAZWOPER safety training
• High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Here at Envision Cold, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is respected and valued for its unique contributions.