Warehouse Material Handler

Overview: As a Materials Handler/Warehouse Worker at Connexus Energy you will perform a variety of detail-oriented warehousing duties, ensuring the proper storage, handling and inventory of materials and equipment to support our electrical distribution system. Connexus Energy is looking for a Material Handler/Warehouse Worker candidate who has a positive attitude and is detail-oriented, self-motivated, possess problem solving skills and computer experience. Wage Range: $21.23 - 27.12.
Based in Ramsey, Connexus Energy is Minnesota’s largest electric distribution cooperative, providing electricity, renewable energy alternatives and related services to 138,000+ residential and commercial members just north of the Twin Cities. We offer a collaborative work environment with challenging and rewarding work, which provides for professional development and work-life balance in a highly technical, stable and innovative industry. We give back to the communities we serve by embracing opportunities to volunteer, donate and support economic development. Our talented and friendly staff focuses on achieving our mission of providing the highest quality service at the lowest possible price.Key Responsibilities & Results:

• Receive inventory and store material in a timely and orderly manner.
• Identify material requirements from various reporting methods and pick material for Connexus or contractor crews.
• Operate a truck to run errands, deliver materials, and documentation to crews.
• Process salvaged or returned material back into inventory.
• Perform inventory cycle counting on a scheduled basis to ensure the accuracy of the inventory and problem solve through inventory reconciliation.
• Maintain the cleanliness and safe working conditions in the work area at all times.
• Ship material to third parties following documented processes, procedures and regulations.
• Operate forklift for the movement of material within warehouse or yard.

Required Talents, Skills, Expertise, Education:

• High school or General Equivalency Diploma
• 1+ years experience working in a warehouse
• Current and valid driver’s license, with a valid health card or the ability to obtain one
• Computer navigation and query capabilities in inventory and purchasing modules in materials management system
• Physical requirements include:

• Ability to stand, sit, walk and bend, reach and climb.
• Ability to push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to lift (floor to waist) up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to lift (waist to eye level) up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to carry 75 lbs. with two hands

Preferred Talents, Skills, Expertise, Education:

• 2-4 years of Material Repair & Operations warehouse experience
• Basic knowledge of line construction
• Forklift certification
• Previous experience with an ERP system
• Strong computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel & Word)

Additional Data:The application review process will begin on August 18, 2021 and continue until filled.
Compensation: This union position offers a competitive wage and an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, life, disability insurance, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, DisabilitiesAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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