Warehouse Associate

Grain Millers Lake Mills
  • Lake Mills, IA
  • Full-time
  • Instant Apply
3 days ago

Job Description

Who We Are

Grain Millers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and merchandiser of whole grain ingredients utilized in food products served around the world. While you may not know us directly, you almost certainly know our products. We have supplied food ingredients to many of the world's largest food companies for over 38 years. As one of the world's largest conventional and organic oat millers, our legacy is built on being more than just an ingredient supplier. We are a proactive partner, working with others to do what is right.

Why We Need You

Our warehouse is where precision meets purpose. Every shipment, every pallet, and every inspection matters because it ensures our customers receive the highest-quality products. We're looking for someone who thrives on keeping things moving-safely, efficiently, and with attention to detail. If you love being hands-on, take pride in doing things right, and want to be part of a team that values integrity and excellence, this is your chance to make an impact.

Who You'll Be Working With

You won't be doing this alone. You'll join a team that's collaborative, hardworking, and committed to supporting each other. From warehouse associates to production crews and lab technicians, everyone plays a role in making sure operations run smoothly. We believe in open communication, daily huddles, and a shared goal: delivering quality products on time. If you're looking for a team that respects your effort and celebrates success together, you've found it.

Who You Are

You're dependable, detail-oriented, and thrive in a team environment. You communicate clearly, adapt to changing priorities, and take pride in doing things right the first time. You're proactive about safety, organized in your approach, and committed to supporting others to keep operations running smoothly. If you enjoy working collaboratively and solving problems on the fly, you'll fit right in.

What You'll Do

  • Safely load and unload trailers and bulk trucks.
  • Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
  • Maintain accurate inventory of finished goods and materials.
  • Coordinate daily shipping schedules with logistics and production teams.
  • Inspect trailers and trucks to ensure food safety and quality standards.
  • Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) for product rotation.
  • Keep work areas clean and organized, following sanitation and GMP guidelines.
  • Communicate effectively with warehouse, lab, and production teams.

What You'll Bring

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Forklift operation certification and safe driving skills.
  • Ability to operate warehouse systems and perform basic computer data entry.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Physical ability to lift 25-50 lbs. repeatedly and work at heights up to 12 feet.
  • Comfort working indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures.
  • Willingness to work flexible schedules, including 8- or 12-hour shifts, occasional overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits and Perks

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • PTO & 8 Paid Holidays

Beyond the excellent benefits and competitive compensation, Grain Millers proudly offers a rich history, steeped in tradition and taking pride in being a leading manufacturer of whole grain ingredients.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.


To ensure a safe and supportive workplace for everyone, we conduct a 7-year background check and a pre-employment 5-panel drug screening as part of our hiring process. These screenings are handled confidentially and in compliance with all applicable laws. Our goal is to create a fair and respectful experience for every candidate while maintaining the highest standards of safety and integrity.

Numbers & Facts

LocationLake Mills, IA
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Data Entryunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • FIFOunmatched
  • Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
  • Food Safetyunmatched
  • Food and Beverage Industryunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)unmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Laboratoryunmatched
  • Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Merchandisingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Pallet Jackunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Quality Metricsunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Sanitationunmatched
  • System Operationsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Vehicle Drivingunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Waitressingunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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