Shipping and Receiving Associate

ABOUT US

Merrill Manufacturing is North America’s leading manufacturer of parts and accessories to the water, well, and irrigation industries. We are a family-owned company known for our incredible service and quality products. Our values guide everything we do, and as an employee of Merrill, you will be expected to do the right thing, share your passion for the brand, have a can‑do, will‑do attitude, think of we before me, and be part of the solution.

Merrill Manufacturing is looking for a reliable, skilled shipping and receiving associate. A person in this position will be responsible for distribution, shipping and receiving, forklift operation, or picking and packing. Your contribution will significantly impact the workplace atmosphere and contribute to our organization’s overall success.

• Responsible for the daily inventory transactions consisting of pick, pack, and ship.
• Receiving shipments in and transferring to proper bin locations.
• Ensure order accuracy.
• Build containers and/or pallets for shipping.
• Communicate effectively with Warehouse Manager.
• Observes and follows company safety rules and regulations.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Full Benefits package available including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with generous match, paid time off including nine holidays, and a flexible schedule with work/life balance.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous work experience working in a warehouse environment or general inventory and shipping knowledge is preferred.
• Experience operating a forklift is a plus, but not required.

• Ability to operate a computer scanner successfully or willing to learn.
• Must be able to bend, kneel, stand, walk, and reach for minimum of 8 hours daily/5 days a week.
• Must be able to lift 20-40 lbs. repetitively and 50-70 lbs. occasionally at various times throughout the shift.
• Physical ability to work in awkward positions such as kneeling, bending, stooping, crawling, and overhead position, including climbing and working on a ladder.
• Pay attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain focus while working individually.
• General passion for creative problem‑solving.