Job DetailsJob Location: Lodi, WI - Lodi, WI 53555First-McNess Company is hiring a full-time Warehouse Associate for our Lodi, WI location.    Starting Pay Range: $21 to $23 per hour (compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview process) Pay Type: Hourly rate with overtime pay, paid bi-weekly  Work Setting: Onsite, warehouse/production environment  Core Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 4:30am to 12:30pm (with available overtime as needed) Work Location: 9077 Schutz Road, Lodi, WI 53555 Benefit Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. See our benefits summary below.     POSITION SUMMARY:   The Warehouse Associate supports daily shipping, receiving, and material handling operations within a manufacturing warehouse environment. This role is heavily forklift focused, involving the safe movement of pallets, staging materials for production, loading and unloading trailers, and maintaining accurate inventory flow. The Warehouse Associate helps ensure efficient warehouse operations while upholding company safety, quality, and regulatory standards.    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Operate forklift safely to move, load, unload, and stage materials and finished goods  Load and unload trucks, trailers, and inbound/outbound shipments  Receive, store, and organize materials in designated warehouse locations  Perform basic inventory tasks, data entry, may include scanning (depending on work location), and transaction updates in warehouse systems (SAP experience a plus)  Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment  Assist with general shipping and receiving activities, including preparing orders and verifying documentation  Communicate effectively with supervisors, drivers, and production teams to support daily workflow  Follow all safety guidelines, wear required PPE, equipment lockout/tagout, and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements  Support production tasks as needed  Performs other duties as assigned    QUALIFICATIONS:  High school diploma or equivalent  Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, material handling, or related experience is preferred  Forklift certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification with company support     Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team  Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform basic math calculations  Basic computer/data entry skills  Familiarity with inventory systems preferred  Willingness to work in an indoor warehouse environment with temperature fluctuations due to seasonal weather conditions   Commitment to safety, quality, and maintaining a clean work environment  Ability to work at heights, climb stairs or ladders, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift  Ability to lift up to 70 lbs., and safely maneuver palletized loads using warehouse equipment   About Furst-McNess Company:  For more than a century, Furst-McNess Company has been a trusted leader in animal nutrition, delivering innovative feed, mineral, and management solutions to livestock producers across the United States. Our longstanding commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service guides everything we do. We bring together deep industry expertise and a people‑first culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Above all, we are dedicated to “Doing What’s Right” for animals, producers, and the future of agriculture. Learn more about us at https://www.mcness.com/ Locations: We have facilities and offices located throughout the United States, as well as an office in London, Ontario, Canada.  Our Culture:   At Furst-McNess, we strive to:   Understand that being great is a choice  Never settle for average or “good enough”  Relentlessly search for ways to serve our customers better  Work as a team  Value and respect one another  Earn trust through our actions  Act in a safe and professional manner at all times  Conduct ourselves with the highest level of integrity  Deliver on the commitments we make  Invest in our professional and personal development  Maintain a positive work environment that promotes success  Have fun and celebrate our successes  Benefit Package Summary: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)  401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5% Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays  100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependents Fitness Reimbursement, $200 annually Safety Boot Reimbursement PPE provided Qualifications
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