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Why You Should Work Here

Since founder Don Kotula opened his garage door to the world in 1980, Northern Tool + Equipment has stayed true to a vision that has guided the company ever since — building lasting relationships by providing the right solution for our customers. Today, Northern Tool + Equipment has grown into a billion-dollar company that provides over 70,000 carefully chosen tools via catalogs, website and retail stores. We seek talented people who wish to share their initiative, ideas and expertise; we develop and support our teams and we put them in a position to succeed. We know our customer, we provide value and we act with integrity. We are True Northern.

  • MN Top Workplaces recipient for 5 years in a row – recognized as a top scorer in work/life balance
  • Work/life balance continually scores at the top in engagement surveys
  • Remote work options
  • Generous PTO plan
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO) – paid time off to volunteer
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Caregiving support – all employees eligible for a company paid membership to Bright Horizons to support finding resources and receive discounts to meet care giving needs
  • Reasonable retail hours, no big box hours here!
  • Member of Make Time to Vote organization – paid time off to vote

Job Description

Accurately fulfill and ship ordered product direct to customer.

Day to Day Responsibilities

  • Maintain work station, ensuring all required shipping materials are stocked daily.
  • Verify carton number, shipping weight and destination.
  • Follow standard operating procedure for scanning and labeling product.
  • Place completed parcels on pallet adhering to stacking and height requirements.
  • Collect, validate, and load onto outbound trucks all customer mail orders from mail order process area and the pick module.
  • Follow all standard operating procedures and adhere to all stated productivity requirements while performing the job.
  • Maintain work areas in a neat and orderly condition.
  • Work safely and comply with all established safety rules and practices.
  • Keep supervisor informed of important developments, potential problems and related information necessary for effective management. Coordinate and communicate plans and activities with others, as appropriate to ensure a coordinated work effort and team approach.
  • Perform related work as apparent or assigned.

Minimum Years of Experience

High School education or equivalent. At least 6 months of related experience in a distribution center environment. Ability to work a varied schedule based upon business needs. Ability to accurately read and match numbers. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions and communicate to personnel. Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work in a manner that promotes a safe working environment. Ability to contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Ability to obtain equipment license or power equipment certification as required. Demonstrates Northern Tool + Equipment’s 12 Core Competencies.

Salary or Hourly Rate

Competitive

Benefits

Fun stuff:

  • Annual summer picnic
  • Team lunches + ice cream socials
  • Holiday celebrations
  • Casual/Dress for Your Day
  • Interdepartmental team events and competitions – we love a little friendly competition
  • Service awards + Core Values recognition program


Financial benefits:

  • 401k with company match
  • Life Insurance (company paid and provides 1X annual salary in coverage)
    • Supplemental life Insurance available for employee, spouse, and children
  • Travel Assistance program - benefits available for emergency situations while traveling
  • Accident and Critical Care coverage
  • Employee Discount at all Northern Tool companies
  • Paid Time Off
  • Annual Incentive Plan programs

Health & Wellness:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • 100% coverage for in network preventive care
  • Disease prevention and management including weight loss support through Omada
  • Tobacco cessation support
  • Company sponsored fitness and wellness challenges
  • Employee Assistance Program (includes 24/7 support and up to 3 in person counseling sessions at no cost)
  • Short term + long-term disability (company paid, provides up to 60% of monthly covered earnings)
  • Flex Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care Expenses
  • Grand Rounds – health care advocate to support employees with accessing quality care
  • Learn to Live – mental health online support/resources for all employees and family members

Make an Impact:

  • Volunteer Time Off – paid time off to volunteer!
  • Charitable Matching Programs
  • Community Health Charities sponsor
  • Regular donations made to 360 Communities
  • Member of Make Time to Vote organization

Career growth and advancement:

  • Regular 1-1s and coaching
  • Access to talent management technology to support individual career development and aspirations
  • Access to many Learning + Development offerings online and in person
  • Partnerships with many educational programs, organizations, and institutions
  • Internship and apprentice offerings
  • Stretch assignments and opportunity to try out new things!
  • Tuition assistance
  • Various leadership development programs for leaders at all stages in their management career

Application Information

All we need is your resume to start!

About Company
Founded in 1980, Northern Tool + Equipment has grown into a billion-dollar company that provides over 70,000 carefully chosen tools via catalogs, website and retail stores.

Location
14399 Huntington Avenue, Savage, Minnesota

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