Warehouse Shipping Receiving Clerk

Job description:

Midwest Staffing Group has partnered with a growing manufacturing company located in Circle Pines, MN!

1st Shift:7:30 am - 4:00 pm Monday
- Friday

Must have a minimum of 1–3 years of experience in inventory, warehouse, or distribution operations.

About the Role:
The inventory and warehouse clerk is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records while supporting daily warehouse operations in a manufacturing and distribution environment. This role ensures materials and finished goods are received, stored, issued, and shipped accurately and efficiently to support production schedules and customer deliveries.

- Consistent, steady work history, with no gaps, is a must.

Key responsibilities

Inventory control

• Receive, verify, and record incoming raw materials, components, and finished goods
• Maintain accurate inventory levels through regular cycle counts and periodic physical inventories
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, or damaged materials
• Assist with entering inventory transactions into ERP/WMS systems accurately and in a timely
• Label, track, and organize inventory to ensure proper identification and traceability

Warehouse Operations

• Forklift experience required.
• Pick, stage, and pack materials and finished goods for production or customer shipment
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment
• Store materials in designated locations according to safety and space utilization standards
• Assist with the preparation of shipping documentation and coordination with carriers as required
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse work areas
• Manufacturing support
• Assist in the issuing of materials to production based on work orders or bills of materials
• Return unused materials to inventory and update system records accordingly
• Communicate inventory availability or shortages to production and purchasing teams

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and warehouse best practices
• Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or inventory issues promptly

Qualifications

Preferred

• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification
• Experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment
• Familiarity with cycle counting and inventory control best practices

Skills & Competencies

• Inventory accuracy and data entry
• Time management and multitasking
• Team collaboration and communication
• Problem-solving and attention to detail
• Safety awareness and compliance

Work environment

• Manufacturing and warehouse setting
• Exposure to forklifts, machinery, and varying temperatures
• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting for extended periods

Compliance & Controls

• Follow established inventory control procedures and internal controls
• Ensure transactions comply with audit, traceability, and documentation requirements
• Identify process gaps that may lead to inventory inaccuracies and recommend corrective actions
• Adhere to safety, housekeeping, and operational standards within the warehouse

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience in inventory control, ERP-based warehouse, or manufacturing operations
• Experience performing inventory transactions in an ERP or WMS system
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic reporting
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. And work in a warehouse/manufacturing environment

Preferred

• Experience with manufacturing ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, Epicor, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
• Knowledge of cycle counting methodologies and inventory control best practices
• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification

Why Join Us?

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, Dental, insurance available
• Stable, full-time role with growth potential.
• Work in a supportive, team-focused environment.

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