Warehouse Specialist

Location: Mankato

Do you possess the fortitude to power the starship  and keep our warehouse operations at warp speed? We are seeking a Warehouse Specialist to serve across both Inventory and Shipping divisions, ensuring our mission proceeds with the precision of a well-calibrated starship engine.

In this role, you will navigate vital functions - from pulling and bin running to picking, packing, and dispatching orders across the galaxy. Adaptability is essential; as priorities shift faster than a meteor shower, you'll respond with agility and resolve.

During peak season, you will stand among the elite crew members safeguarding accuracy, velocity, safety protocols, and cross-department unity - boldly delivering "monster memories" to customers in every quadrant!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Inventory Operations

• Prepare and stage inventory for Shipping, including pulling, bin filling, and bin running.
• Utilize hand-held scanners to complete inventory processes accurately.
• Access ERP systems to verify locations, research inventory questions, and resolve discrepancies.
• Process Return-to-Bin (RTB) items following internal procedures.
• Participate in regular cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Move inventory stored on pallets and assist with overstock pulls and replenishment.
• Support inventory projects such as stock transfers, consolidations, and warehouse layout improvements.

Shipping Operations

• Pick items using hand-held scanners.
• Pack customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Sort orders by carrier to ensure timely shipment.
• Support assigned shipping functions including bagging, quality control, loading docks, stacking, tote running, and carrier pickups.
• Maintain adequate supplies at packing stations.
• Assist Shipping and Receiving departments as workload dictates.

Equipment & Warehouse Support

• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, power jacks, and order picker machines (training provided for inventory).
• Move inbound shipments from receiving to overstock and replenish pick locations as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.

Team & Leadership Support (as applicable)

• Assist in overseeing work areas during peak season.
• Train and mentor seasonal or temporary employees.
• Direct staff to assigned work areas based on workload priorities.
• Provide guidance, encouragement, and feedback to support performance and job satisfaction.

Wage: $15.50 + $2 when machine trained AND working on designated machine

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous warehouse or distribution center experience preferred.
• Experience operating warehouse equipment (pallet jack, order picker, forklift) preferred but not required.
• Willingness to train, complete, and pass Machine Operator training, including road test.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to meet productivity and accuracy goals.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Calm, patient, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to work extended hours and additional days during high-volume and peak seasons.
• Willingness to cross-train and support other departments as needed.

Physical Requirements Posture & Movement

• Constant standing
• Frequent walking
• Frequent bending
• Constant hand/wrist repetition
• Occasional kneeling, crawling, squatting, and climbing
• Frequent reaching
• Occasional twisting
• Occasional use of stairs

Dexterity & Strength

• Fine motor skills with light-moderate strength

Pushing & Pulling

• Occasional pushing
• Occasional pulling

Lifting & Carrying

• Lift/carry up to 10 lbs - frequently
• Lift/carry 11-24 lbs - frequently
• Lift/carry 25-34 lbs - occasionally
• Lift/carry 35-50 lbs - occasionally
• Lift/carry 51-74 lbs - not required
• Lift/carry 75-100 lbs - not required
• Lift/carry over 100 lbs - not required

Overhead Lifting

• Up to 10 lbs - frequently
• 11-24 lbs - frequently
• 25-34 lbs - occasionally
• 35-50 lbs - occasionally
• 51 lbs and above - not required

Vision

• Close visual work
• Normal color discrimination
• Depth perception
• Distance vision
• Ability to focus

Working Conditions

• Indoor temperatures between 16-95°F
• No driving required (except for inventory on order pickers, once fully certified)
• Constant noise below 85 decibels
• No personal protective equipment required
• No travel required