Warehouse Associate

Overview

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.

Core Values
Perseverance / Integrity / Family / Stability / Competency

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.

• 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

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of warehouse or material-handling experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs 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
• DOT Health card or willingness to obtain

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

• Previous warehouse experience
• Basic knowledge of inventory systems

• 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

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

• 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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