What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Assistant position at Midwest Livestock Systems?
POSITION DESCRIPTION and QUALIFICATIONS
Warehouse Assistant
Midwest Livestock Systems, LLC
Zumbrota, MN
Job Summary:
The primary duties will, but are not limited to, loading, unloading, and physical movement of product inventory.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and efficient warehouse facility. Clean, prepare and package hygiene products.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Reports to the Location Manager
- Normal hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday.
- Load and unload all inbound and outbound freight
- Operate forklift equipment in a safe and professional manner
- Put away and organize product in its designated location
- Record shipments received and report to office staff.
- Re-package hygiene products, including cleaning and preparing containers returned from customers
- Wash shells, load liners, clean and wash misc. equipment
- Manage warehouse inventory to maximize turnover and minimize unused product.
- Assist the Route personnel in processing inflations, inventory control and organization.
- Assist in preparing inventory for use by service, route and install technicians as directed by supervisor.
- Ship outgoing parts, as needed.
- Maintain close cooperation and communication with the route, sales, and installation teams to help assure customer satisfaction.
- Assist on service or installs in shop or on farm, as needed
- Pick up product from local vendors and deliver to shop or farms as directed
- Maintain and clean the warehouse shop and warehouse and outdoor area to reflect a positive image
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications (Skills/Abilities Required)
- Positive attitude always
- Forklift operation
- Customer service
- Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and ethics when dealing with vendors, co-workers, and customers.
- Good time management skills with a proven ability to get the job done
Education
- High School Diploma
- Forklift operation certification
- CDL a plus
- Dairy background and supply knowledge a plus.
Physical Demands Lift/Carry
Stand C (Constantly) 10 lbs. or less C (Constantly)
Walk C (Constantly) 11-20 lbs. C (Constantly)
Sit 0 (Occasionally) 21-50 lbs. C (Constantly)
Handling / Fingering C (Constantly) 51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)
Reach Outward C (Constantly) Over 100 lbs. O (Occasionally)
Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently) Push/Pull
Climb F (Frequently) 12 lbs. or less F (Frequently)
Crawl N (Not Applicable) 13-25 lbs. F (Frequently)
Squat or Kneel F (Frequently) 26-40 lbs. O (Occasionally)
Bend C (Constantly) 41-100 lbs. O (Occasionally)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5 , hrs./day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs./day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs./day)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $25
