Warehouse Associate

About the role

DSG is seeking a Warehouse Associate in our St. Paul, MN location. In this full time, hourly position, work is typically performed between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, but may vary on occasion according to business needs.

Responsibilities

• Accurately pull material from location to fill each order
• Pack, label and put filled orders in proper locations for delivery
• Operate gas and electric forklifts and riders
• Operate wire measuring / cutting machine, cuts proper wire to proper length, mark tags with new wire amounts and fills racks when needed
• Operate pipe machine, cuts pipe to proper length and depth
• Sweep and mop floors, clean and dust shelves, sorts and dumps trash in appropriate bins
• Maintain proficiency in computerized systems and other technologies as required
• Handle calls for warehouse when needed
• Use computer and/or RF scanner to check on status, availability and location of product
• Notify inventory control about shortages or overages in inventory
• Load delivery trucks as needed
• Assist in Receiving as workload permits
• Inspect trucks before delivery to ensure that they are in good working order and will pass road inspection, such as checking tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, etc.; report any vehicle problems and/or set appointments to get problems fixed
• Frequently communicate with fellow employee owners regarding how product should be loaded and to learn of any problems or concerns
• Perform any other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Basic product and warehouse or delivery knowledge that would normally be acquired in one to three years of applicable experience
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills and an ability to prioritize tasks
• Safety training on material handling and forklift driving
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills
• The physical ability to lift up to 60 lbs. on a regular basis, and up to 100 lbs. on an occasional basis
• Prior computer knowledge, experience and skills

Benefits

• 100% employee owned – your work directly benefits your individual Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Training and development with personal and professional development opportunities and unlimited growth potential
• Competitive compensation packages based on your experience and potential
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Medical Leave (EML) allowances
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Family planning and childcare savings opportunities including paid parental leave, adoption assistance, infertility assistance, and a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement savings opportunities including a 401(k) with employer match and ESOP
• Discount on all DSG-supplied products
• Paid volunteer hours in addition to PTO