Warehouse Associate

Blu Dot • Elk River, MN

57d • Onsite

About The Position

Blu Dot (www.bludot.com), an award-winning designer and maker of modern home furnishings, is currently searching for a Warehouse Associate to join our dynamic and values-driven company. The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of general warehouse experience and is proficient operating Cherry Pickers, High-Drives and Reach Trucks. Preferred candidates have direct experience handling big and bulky items.

Requirements

• 1+ years of general warehouse experience
• Proficient operating Cherry Pickers, High-Drives and Reach Trucks
• Must be able to lift/carry 0-75 pounds frequently and 75 - 150 pounds occasionally (team lift)
• Must be able to push/pull up to 150 pounds frequently
• Must be able to bend/twist/stoop/kneel/squat/reach frequently
• Must be able to stand/walk constantly through entire 8-hour or 10-hour shift
• Must be able to hold and operate a handheld scanner frequently
• Must be able to reach with outstretched arms frequently
• Must be able to reach overhead frequently
• Must be able to work with exposure to seasonal temperature changes
• Must be able to work up to 28 feet up on a cherry picker platform
• Must be able to use a keyboard occasionally

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience handling big and bulky items
• High school diploma
• Power equipment experience, preferably an OSHA approved license
• 6+ months of experience operating sit-down or stand-up forklifts and walkie-riders
• Experience with handheld RF guns/scanners
• 6+ months of experience operating a cherry picker

Responsibilities

• Use a cherry picker forklift to hand-pick and carry big and bulky items to and from warehouse racking
• Receiving and replenishment of inbound inventory and/or picking of outbound orders
• Accurately record all transactions using RF scanners and warehouse management system
• Complete cycle counts and physical inventory processes
• Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned, including assisting in Load/Unload/Picking/Shipping/Receiving as needed

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k) plan
• Group medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employer paid short term and long term disability insurance
• Maternity leave
• Parental leave
• Life insurance
• Employee discounts on product

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED