What’s the role?
We are seeking a diligent and organizedInventory Control Associateto join our dynamic team. This position plays a crucial role in our commitment to excellence by ensuring efficient execution of day-to-day warehouse and shipping activities. The ideal candidate will work effectively in a team environment, collaborating not only within the warehouse but also across various departments.
Location: This role is located in our facility in Maple Grove, MN. It is fully onsite, 5 days a week.
Sound Interesting?
Here’s what you’ll do:
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of the tools required to perform tasks efficiently.
- Accept constructive criticism from peers, trainers, and managers with a positive attitude.
- Approach training with passion and dedication to personal and professional growth.
- Maintain a clean, neat, and organized work area following the 5S methodology.
- Adhere to safety procedures and keep the work area free of potential hazards.
- Learn to operate forklifts, power jacks, and manual pallet jacks for moving equipment and supplies.
- Communicate professionally with various departments, truck drivers, and external vendors.
- Track warehouse stock and maintain an organized inventory methodology.
- Utilize SAP effectively in relation to assigned duties.
- Follow company policies, procedures, and work instructions as per supervisory guidelines.
- Flexibly cover different positions within the assigned area to assist during staff shortages.
Do you qualify?
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Minimum 6 months Zeiss IQS warehouse/shipping experience or related experience elsewhere.
- Microsoft office proficiency.
- Understanding of basic lean principles desired.
- Consistently completes work steps within the standard times.
- Data Entry, Touch-Screen Device, and Computer skills required.
- Able to learn quickly and follow processes consistently.
- Organized, detail oriented, self-starter and problem solver.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
Nice to Haves:
- Previous experience with SAP preferred.
- Previous forklift operation experience highly preferred.
Working Environment:
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.
- Must be able to stand, walk, scoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl up to 8-hours per day.
- Must wear steel toed shoes.
- Must be able to work overtime when needed.
- Must be able to climb and work on a ladder.
- Cooperate well as a team member.
- Must be able to pass forklift certification and operate forklift on a regular basis.
The annual pay range for this position is $36,000–$41,000 (approximately $17.00–$20.00 per hour), with flexibility up to $46,000 based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. This position is eligible for overtime and a performance-based bonus.
The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.
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