Warehouse Operator

Description

 At PURIS, we're dedicated to cultivating a better food system and making a positive impact. How do we do it? By transforming high-quality, USA-made ingredients into essential components for a wide range of everyday products. From cereals and snacks to protein beverages and beyond, our ingredients are powering a healthier future. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a growing food industry. You'll work with state-of-the-art engineering and work together with your peers to build a better food future. 

At our Dawson, MN facility, you're at the heart of it all. As the largest pea protein plant in North America, this facility is the backbone of our operations. Here, we take raw materials and transform them into the vital ingredients that end up in countless food products, from those in our kitchens to shelves across the country. If you're someone who loves to solve problems on the fly and has a keen eye for detail, you'll thrive here. Most importantly, your commitment to safety ensures that every team member goes home healthy and safe at the end of each day. We're proud to share that PURIS was awarded Manufacturer of the Year in 2024 by Twin Cities Business Journal, a testament to the hard work and dedication of our teams!

Starting Pay Rate: $23.00/hour

Pay Frequency: Biweekly

Bonus Eligible: Yes

Work Location: Dawson, Minnesota

Travel: None

The compensation for this role will be based on qualifications, experience, market data, and internal equity. Actual pay may vary due to factors such as location, skills, education, and performance. Pay is determined transparently, using market benchmarks and ensuring internal equity.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Manage warehouse inventory and supports Inventory Coordinator with month end processes
• Assists in resolving issues regarding shipped orders
• Load product onto scheduled vehicles to ensure timely delivery to our customers
• Perform other tasks as required.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 1 year of shipping experience required
• Prior Fork Truck experience required
• Knowledge of GMPs and Food Safety highly preferred

Skills and Capabilities:

• Familiarity with logistics
• Knowledge of loading/unloading best practices
• Must be adaptable, detail oriented, and safety oriented
• Must be able to understand and independently follow through with processes

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs regularly, and occasionally more with assistance
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling tools and machinery
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as needed
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures (hot, cold, humid)
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots
• Visual and auditory ability to detect safety hazards and machine malfunctions
• Ability to push, pull, squat, kneel, or twist as needed during shift
• Ability to perform repetitive motions consistently and safely
• May be required to sit or operate forklifts or machinery for extended periods

Benefits:

 At PURIS, we’re proud to support our team with a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Starting the first of the month after your hire date, you’ll enjoy access to Medical insurance plans starting as low as $31 per paycheck. We also offer dental and vision coverage, as well as free digital health care for all employees. You will also have access to Life and Short-Term Disability insurance covered for you at 100%, along with flexible health and dependent care spending accounts. Planning for your future? PURIS offers a 401(k) plan with a company contribution of 3.5% when you contribute up to 6% toward your retirement plan. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 80 hours of PTO accrued annually, 8 paid holidays, and access to a variety of other free resources at your disposal. Join us and experience the benefits designed with you in mind! 

Why Work with Us?

Career Growth: PURIS offers a dynamic work