Production II | 2nd Shift

A Production II associate at our Shakopee, MN location is tasked with various critical responsibilities such as accurately picking and packing orders, restocking products into designated areas, and conducting thorough audits of customer orders to ensure accuracy before shipping. Flexibility is key, as the role may also require use of equipment like voice or RF units, and strict adherence to safety and company standards.

For the Production II position in Shakopee, applicants ideally hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and possess 1-3 years of relevant warehouse experience. Candidates should be detail-oriented and comfortable reading, writing, and using basic math skills. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work independently or as part of a team is essential.

As a Production II associate in Shakopee, you can expect to earn between $17.50 to $24.00 per hour, depending on your level of experience. This competitive pay structure reflects the vital role you play within our warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency and customer satisfaction.

In addition to a competitive hourly wage, the Production II role at our Shakopee location offers a robust benefits package, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k plan with matching contributions, life insurance, paid maternity/paternity leave, and pet insurance, ensuring you and your family are well taken care of.

The work environment for a Production II associate in Shakopee is dynamic and fast-paced, typically composed of a busy warehouse atmosphere. Employees are required to stand and move frequently and may handle products weighing up to 60 pounds. While the duties may be demanding, our team’s support helps create a culture of collaboration and efficiency.

In answering this question, highlight your relevant past experiences in warehouse settings, focusing on your previous roles, specific tasks you handled, and any technology or equipment you are familiar with. Emphasize your ability to work in high-pressure environments and your successes in meeting production goals.

To answer this effectively, discuss your approach to time management, such as creating to-do lists or assessing immediate tasks based on urgency. Give examples of how you’ve successfully navigated past busy shifts by staying organized and communicating with your team.

Provide a specific instance where you identified an error or issue with an order and detail how you addressed it. Discuss your problem-solving skills and ability to communicate effectively with your team to ensure resolution and customer satisfaction.

Share your strategies for maintaining accuracy in picking orders, such as double-checking SKUs, using scanning technology, and your personal attention to detail. Supporting your response with examples will show your commitment to precision in the role.

In your response, illustrate your techniques for staying motivated and focused during repetitive tasks. Mention any practices you integrate during shifts to maintain high efficiency, such as taking short breaks or engaging with team members.

Discuss your understanding of safety regulations in a warehouse setting, such as proper lifting techniques, awareness of your surroundings, and the use of personal protective equipment. Showing your knowledge of these protocols emphasizes the importance you place on safety.

Talk about your flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing circumstances, perhaps by sharing a story where you had to pivot your focus quickly during a shift. Emphasizing your positive attitude towards new challenges will resonate well.

If you have suggestions for operational efficiency, explain what they were and how you presented them to your supervisors. If you haven’t, discuss your ability to recognize areas needing improvement and your openness to developing processes collaboratively.

Share your personal insights on how attention to detail directly impacts customer satisfaction and operational efficiency in warehouse settings. Use specific examples to illustrate your point.

Reflect on your passion for working as a Production II associate, be it the satisfaction of meeting daily targets or being part of a team-based culture. Your enthusiasm can greatly influence your interviewer's perception of your fit for the role.