Warehouse Associate
$16/hr+ $1.50 second-shift differential
Entry
Brooklyn Park, MN, USA
In Person
Warehouse & FulfillmentPicking & Packing
About the job
Requirements
- Ability to demonstrate basic product scanner proficiency, such as ordering replenishment, with minimal errors.
- Ability to read English-language documents, including safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally on a daily basis and lift boxes weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 70 inches occasionally on a daily basis.
- Ability to push wheeled cases that may weigh more than 300 pounds, with an initial force of up to 50 pounds and sustained force of up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to stand, reach above and below the shoulders, squat, bend, and kneel as needed to perform the job.
- Ability to tolerate work in a non-air-conditioned environment.
- Ability to accurately follow specific instructions for multiple detailed assembly processes.
- High school diploma or GED certificate is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in producing book fairs by packing metal cases, boxes, and displays with book and non-book products according to corporate processes and procedures while meeting productivity and quality standards.
- Demonstrate proficiency in packing all components and sub-components for cases, boxes, and displays.
- Consistently meet minimum required production, accuracy, or quality standards for work performed.
- Ensure outbound cases, boxes, and displays are clean, safe, and in good condition.
- Assist in processing returned book fairs by unpacking cases, boxes, and displays with book and non-book products according to corporate processes and procedures while meeting productivity and quality standards.
- Monitor inventory levels on applicable component product lines to ensure book fairs can be properly packed.
- Learn and demonstrate basic scanner proficiency, including item inquiries and requesting replenishment of pick locations.
- Assist in picking and packing customer reorders.
- Keep the work area neat, clean, safe, and organized.
- Perform seasonal inventory production-line resets individually and in partnership with coworkers.
- Learn and demonstrate proficiency in Fair Finishing and Assembly functions, including Quality Assurance scanning functions.
- Participate in and assist with physical inventory functions, including counting inventory.
- Handle all merchandise carefully.
- Use warehouse equipment and tools properly to improve productivity, efficiency, and safety; promptly report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or injuries to a supervisor or manager.
- Use proper techniques for lifting, packing, and handling heavy objects, climbing ladders, and pushing or pulling display cases.
- Complete Labor Data Collection Cards accurately and on time according to company standards.
- Operate motorized pallet jacks after successfully completing the SBF power equipment training program.
- Maintain attendance and punctuality in accordance with the assigned work schedule and company standards.
- Maintain courteous and positive relationships with coworkers and customers.
- Comply with the drug- and alcohol-free policy.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED certificate.
About the company
Scholastic creates and distributes children's books and learning content through direct-to-school channels that connect publishers with students. Its products include classroom books, magazines, and reading programs sold via book clubs and in-school book fairs, enabling teachers and schools to purchase directly. The company grows by acquiring other publishers and building strong franchises, such as Grolier and series like The Hunger Games and Captain Underpants. Its goal is to maintain a kid-focused media ecosystem by delivering affordable reading material directly into schools and classrooms through a school-based distribution network.
Company Size
N/A
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1977
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q1 fiscal 2027 book-fair bookings and fair counts ran ahead of last year.
- Scholastic’s September 2026 slate adds Harry Potter, Dog Man, and Hunger Games momentum.
- The $71 million Cottage Door Press deal should lift fiscal 2027 revenue and EBITDA.
What critics are saying
- Pomerantz opened a September 2026 securities probe after Q1 miss and 7.4% stock drop.
- Education revenue fell 24% in Q1 fiscal 2027 as school budgets tightened.
- If school channels weaken further, Scholastic loses its core distribution moat and employer stability.
What makes Scholastic unique
- Scholastic owns school-based book fairs and clubs, reaching classrooms in all 50 states.
- Its franchise engine still includes Harry Potter, Dog Man, and Hunger Games.
- Cottage Door Press adds early-childhood novelty formats and retail relationships beyond schools.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous Parental Leave Program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan