Minnesota warehouse worker employment contract template

Minnesota Full-Time Warehouse Worker Employment Agreement

Date: [Date]

This Minnesota Full-Time Warehouse Worker Employment Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of the [Date], by and between:

Employer:

• [Employer Legal Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at:
  • Address: [Employer Address]
  • Phone: [Employer Phone]
  • Email: [Employer Email]

and

Employee:

• [Employee Legal Name], residing at:
  • Address: [Employee Address]
  • Phone: [Employee Phone]
  • Email: [Employee Email]

1. Position

The Employer hereby employs the Employee as a Warehouse Worker.

• Option A: The Employee accepts this employment and agrees to perform the duties described below, and any other duties assigned by the Employer from time to time.
• Option B: The Employee's primary responsibilities will be [Specific Primary Responsibilities], with other duties as assigned.

2. Job Duties

The Employee's duties shall include, but not be limited to:

• Loading and unloading shipments.
• Inventory management.
• Order picking and packing.
• Operating warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks, conveyors).
• Adhering to safety protocols, as required by MNOSHA.
• Maintaining warehouse cleanliness.
• Preparing shipments for dispatch.
• Accurately documenting incoming and outgoing goods.
• Handling hazardous materials (if applicable). [Specify handling procedure or remove if not applicable]
• Participation in team meetings.
• [Other specific duties relevant to the employer's warehouse operation]

3. Training & Certifications

• Option A: The Employee must complete mandatory Minnesota-specific safety training within [Number] days of hire.
• Option B: The Employee must possess and maintain valid [Forklift Certification/Equipment Certification] compliant with OSHA standards. Employer will provide initial training and recertification.

4. Physical Requirements

The Employee must be able to:

• Lift and carry up to [Number] pounds regularly.
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time (up to [Number] hours per day).
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including [List Specific PPE].
• [Other specific physical requirements]

5. Employment Status and Work Hours

The position is full-time.

• Option A: The Employee's regular work hours are [Number] hours per week, from [Start Time] to [End Time], [Days of the Week].
• Option B: The Employee's regular work hours are subject to change with [Number] days’ notice.

The Employee will be entitled to a [Number] minute paid rest break for every [Number] hours worked, and a [Number] minute unpaid meal period for shifts exceeding 8 hours, in accordance with Minnesota law.

6. Overtime

The Employee will be paid overtime at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times their regular hourly rate for all hours worked over forty-eight (48) in a workweek, as required by Minnesota law.

7. Work Location

The Employee's primary work location will be at:

• [Warehouse Address]

• Option A: The Employer may assign the Employee to other work locations as needed.
• Option B: The Employer will provide [Transportation/Parking] to the work location.

8. Compensation

The Employer shall pay the Employee an hourly rate of [Dollar Amount], which meets or exceeds the Minnesota minimum wage.

• Option A: Pay frequency is bi-weekly, in accordance with Minnesota law.
• Option B: Pay frequency is [Pay Frequency].

Payment will be made by [Direct Deposit/Check]. The Employee will receive a mandatory earnings statement with each payment, as required by Minnesota law.

9. Performance Incentives/Bonuses

• Option A: The Employee is eligible for performance-based bonuses based on [Specific Metrics, e.g., safety records, accuracy, productivity targets]. Eligibility and calculation methods are outlined in [Document Name].
• Option B: The Employee is not eligible for performance incentives or bonuses.

10. Benefits

The Employee is eligible for the following benefits, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans:

• Minnesota-compliant health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) or retirement plan [Eligibility requirements, e.g. enrollment timeframe, vesting schedule].
• Paid time off (vacation, personal, sick days) [Accrual rate and usage guidelines].
• Earned sick and safe time in compliance with Minnesota law.
• Paid/unpaid leave in compliance with state (e.g., parental, family, pregnancy) and federal law.
• Holiday pay for [List Specific Holidays].
• Disability insurance, as mandated in Minnesota.
• Workers' compensation insurance, as mandated in Minnesota.

11. Workplace Safety

The Employee is responsible for complying with all workplace safety obligations under Minnesota OSHA (MNOSHA).

• Reporting any workplace injuries or unsafe conditions immediately to [Designated Person].
• Abstaining from prohibited behaviors, including horseplay, intoxication, and unauthorized cellphone use on the warehouse floor.
• Properly using all PPE provided by the Employer.

12. Anti-Harassment & Non-Discrimination

The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits harassment and discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other characteristic protected by Minnesota law.

13. Union Involvement (If Applicable)

• Option A: The Employer's warehouse is a unionized environment. The Employee is covered by the collective bargaining agreement with [Union Name]. Union dues will be deducted from the Employee's pay in accordance with the agreement.
• Option B: This section is intentionally removed as the warehouse is not a unionized environment.

14. Reporting Structure & Performance Review

The Employee will report to [Warehouse Supervisor/Manager Name].

• Option A: The Employee's performance will be reviewed [Frequency, e.g., annually].
• Option B: The Employee's performance will be subject to ongoing monitoring and feedback.

15. Progressive Discipline

The Employer maintains a progressive discipline policy for attendance lapses, safety violations, and productivity issues.

• Option A: The progressive discipline policy is outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Option B: The progressive discipline policy includes [Verbal Warning, Written Warning, Suspension, Termination].

16. Confidentiality

The Employee acknowledges that they will have access to confidential and proprietary information, including but not limited to inventory data, shipment tracking information, client lists, and security codes. The Employee agrees to maintain the confidentiality of this information during and after their employment. This clause survives termination of employment.

17. Non-Compete

The Employer acknowledges Minnesota's judicial scrutiny of non-compete agreements for low-wage employees.

• Option A: No non-compete clause is included in this agreement, except to protect legitimate trade secrets.
• Option B: The Employee agrees not to [Specific Restriction] for [Duration] after termination of employment, solely to protect the Employer’s legitimate trade secrets.

18. Termination

• Option A: The Employee may resign with [Number] days written notice.
• Option B: The Employer may terminate employment for just cause, following the disciplinary procedures outlined in Section 15. The Employer may terminate employment immediately for gross misconduct.
• Option C: In the event of a layoff, the Employer will provide [Number] days’ notice, or pay in lieu of notice, and the Employee will receive their final pay within Minnesota-statutory deadlines.

Upon termination, the Employee must return all Employer property, including keys, ID badges, uniforms, and equipment.

19. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved first through internal grievance procedures. If unresolved, the parties agree to attempt mediation or arbitration. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota.

20. Compliance with Policies

The Employee agrees to comply with all company policies, safety manuals, and Minnesota warehouse industry norms.

21. Accommodations

The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities or religious/cultural needs in compliance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

22. Training

The Employee is required to participate in [Annual MNOSHA refresher training, hazard communication training, other relevant training].

23. Optional Terms

• Option A: The Employee may be eligible for shift differentials of [Dollar Amount] for working [Specific Shifts].
• Option B: The Employee may be subject to on-call duty [Details of on-call procedures and compensation].
• Option C: The Employer may close the warehouse due to bad weather or emergencies. Employees will be compensated according to [Specific Bad Weather Policy].

24. Off-The-Clock Work

Off-the-clock work is strictly prohibited. The Employee must accurately report all time worked, as required by the Minnesota Wage Theft Prevention Act.

25. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter hereof.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

____________________________

[Employer Representative Name]

[Employer Representative Title]

____________________________

[Employee Name]

Witness (Optional): ____________________________

[Witness/HR Representative Name]

A copy of this agreement has been provided to the employee.