Warehouse Associate

About Sout h -Town Refrigeration & Mechanical
South-Town Refrigeration & Mechanical is the Midwest's premier commercial refrigeration and mechanical service contractor. Family-owned and operated since 1954, we provide customers in the Twin Cities and beyond with world-class service and equipment. Everything we do is customized for your industry, your location, and your exact needs.

A family-run business with family values, South-Town prides itself on being one of the best places to work in the Midwest. That means our employees stay - some have been with us since the late 1970s and early 1980s, and it's not unusual for staff to refer family members and friends to the team.

Our Core Values
Perseverance / Integrity / Family / Stability / Competency

Job Description
The Warehouse Associate plays a critical role in supporting South-Town Refrigeration & Mechanical operations by ensuring accurate handling, storage, and movement of materials and equipment. This role supports technicians, project teams, and operations by maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse environment. This position is designed as an entry point into a long-term warehouse career path.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments
• Accurately and efficiently pick, stage, and prepare materials for job sites and technicians
• Maintain inventory accuracy and assist with cycle counts
• Organize warehouse layout for safety and efficiency
• Load and unload materials using approved equipment
• Experience operating/driving a forklift and pallet jack
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse and yard
• Follow safety policies, procedures, and OSHA guidelines
• Communicate material shortages or discrepancies to leadership
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Minnesota Driver's License
• DOT Health card or willingness to obtain
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of warehouse or material-handling experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and move products weighing up to 100 lbs. or more
• Basic computer and inventory tracking skills
• 20-to-30-foot Box Truck driving experience
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain
• Basic knowledge of inventory systems

Preferred Skills

• Previous warehouse experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for long periods
• Ability to lift and move products weighing up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in various warehouse environments, including non-temperature controlled areas

Attributes We Value

• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Attention to detail
• Team-oriented mindset
• Safety-first attitude
• Willingness to learn and grow

What's in it for You

• 90% Employer paid health insurance (Employee only)
• 80% Employer paid health insurance (Spouse and Family)
• 100% Company paid Dental Insurance (Employee and Family)
• Company-match HSA ($850-$1,000)
• WEEKLY paychecks
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• 401(k)
• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay
• Being a valued & appreciated team member of a premier family-owned company

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