Warehouse Associate

Shipping and Receiving Associate

The Shipping and Receiving Associate plays a key role in supporting warehouse operations by safely receiving, unloading, sorting, and organizing shipments of seed corn. This position involves operating material-handling equipment, maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy, and working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. On-the-job training is provided to help you learn the specific processes and equipment used in the facility.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload incoming shipments of seed corn in a safe and efficient manner.
• Sort, label, and organize products in the warehouse to ensure accurate inventory and easy retrieval.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks in accordance with safety guidelines and training.
• Follow all safety procedures and job requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain strong attention to detail and quality when handling, storing, and moving products.
• Collaborate effectively with team members to complete daily shipping, receiving, and production tasks.
• Assist with general labor and production activities as needed to support overall warehouse operations.
• Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.
• Stand and remain active on your feet for an 8-hour shift while performing warehouse duties.
• Participate in on-the-job training to learn facility processes, equipment operation, and safety practices.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform general labor tasks in a warehouse and production environment.
• Experience in shipping and receiving or warehouse operations, with at least 1 year of previous warehouse or production experience preferred.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly during the workday.
• Ability to stand on your feet for an 8-hour shift while performing physical tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining product quality.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Willingness to follow safety guidelines and job requirements consistently.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• No diploma required, making this role accessible to candidates with diverse educational backgrounds.
• Previous forklift experience is beneficial but not required, as training can be provided.
• Comfort working in a production and warehouse setting handling agricultural products such as seed corn.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and adapt to on-the-job training.
• Reliability and punctuality to support consistent warehouse operations.

Why Work Here?

You join a supportive, team-focused environment where on-the-job training helps you build valuable warehouse and equipment-handling skills. The role offers steady, full-shift work in a temperature-controlled facility, giving you the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in shipping, receiving, and production without strict educational requirements. This is a strong opportunity to develop your capabilities, grow your experience in a key operational function, and work with a group that values safety, quality, and collaboration.

Work Environment

You work in a temperature-controlled warehouse environment handling shipments of seed corn. The role involves standing for an 8-hour shift, lifting up to 50 pounds, and performing a variety of general labor, shipping, receiving, and production tasks. You may use equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks, following all safety procedures. Appropriate protective gear, including gloves, safety glasses, and ear buds, is provided and expected to be worn as required. The position is scheduled to run until mid-September, offering consistent hours in a structured, safety-conscious setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ames, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ames, IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.