North Dakota warehouse worker employment contract template

North Dakota Warehouse Worker Employment Contract

This North Dakota Warehouse Worker Employment Contract (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between [Employer Legal Name], with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and [Employee Legal Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

Position and Job Description

• Option A: The Employer hires the Employee as a Warehouse Worker.
• Option B: The Employee will perform the following duties:
  • Receiving, storing, organizing, picking, packing, loading, and unloading of goods.
  • Inventory management.
  • Safe use of warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks, conveyor systems).
  • Adherence to designated warehouse protocols.
  • Reporting workplace hazards.
  • Using scanning technology.
  • Maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of the warehouse.
  • Handling returns.
  • Ensuring compliance with shipping and receiving documentation.
  • Participation in required safety briefings and training.

Qualifications

• Option A: Physical ability to lift [Weight Limit] pounds.
• Option B: Ability to work in varied temperature environments (including cold storage, if applicable).
• Option C: Familiarity with material handling equipment.
• Option D: Required certifications:
  • Forklift operator’s certificate (if applicable).
  • Other: [Specify Other Certifications].

Worksite

• Option A: The Employee's primary worksite will be located at [Warehouse Address].
  • This facility is a [Warehouse Type, e.g., Logistics Hub, Retail Distribution Center, Cold Storage].
• Option B: Relocation or rotation among company-owned North Dakota locations:
  • Yes
  • No

Full-Time Status and Work Schedule

• Option A: Full-time status is defined as [Number] hours per week.
• Option B: The Employee's standard work schedule is: [Days of the week], [Start Time] to [End Time].
• Option C: Weekend or holiday work:
  • Expected: [Specify Expectations]
  • Not Expected
• Option D: Shift assignment/change procedures: [Describe Procedures].
• Option E: Meal and rest break schedules: [Describe Schedules, noting North Dakota practice].
• Option F: Timekeeping method: [Describe Timekeeping Method].

Overtime

• Option A: Overtime is defined as hours worked in excess of 40 per workweek.
• Option B: Overtime pay rate: 1.5 times the regular rate of pay.
• Option C: Overtime authorization: [Describe Authorization Process].

Compensation

• Option A: Wage rate: [Dollar Amount] per hour/year (select one).
• Option B: Starting pay: [Dollar Amount] per hour/year.
• Option C: Wage review and increase schedules: [Describe Schedules].
• Option D: Payment frequency: [Payment Frequency, e.g., Bi-weekly, Monthly].
• Option E: Payment method:
  • Direct deposit
  • Check
• Option F: Itemized statement of earnings and deductions will be provided.

Incentive Schemes/Production-Based Bonuses

• Option A: The Employee is eligible for incentive schemes or production-based bonuses.
  • Performance criteria: [Describe Performance Criteria].
  • Payout schedule: [Describe Payout Schedule].
• Option B: The Employee is not eligible for incentive schemes or production-based bonuses.

Benefits

• Option A: Employer-sponsored health insurance
  • Eligibility and terms: [Describe Eligibility and Terms].
• Option B: Employer-sponsored vision insurance
  • Eligibility and terms: [Describe Eligibility and Terms].
• Option C: Employer-sponsored dental insurance
  • Eligibility and terms: [Describe Eligibility and Terms].
• Option D: Life insurance
  • Eligibility and terms: [Describe Eligibility and Terms].
• Option E: Retirement plans (401(k) or state-mandated options)
  • Eligibility and terms: [Describe Eligibility and Terms].
• Option F: Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, personal leave) - Note North Dakota law regarding leave.
  • Eligibility and terms: [Describe Eligibility and Terms].
• Option G: North Dakota-recognized holidays: [List Holidays].
• Option H: Shift differentials: [Describe Shift Differentials].
• Option I: Employee discounts: [Describe Employee Discounts].
• Option J: Wellness programs: [Describe Wellness Programs].
• Option K: Worker’s compensation coverage per North Dakota requirements.

Leave of Absence

Eligibility and process for leave of absence, including compliance with FMLA, USERRA, jury duty, military leave, bereavement, and any local or employer-specific unpaid leave options: [Describe Eligibility and Process].

Workplace Safety

Employee obligations to comply with all workplace safety rules in line with both federal OSHA and North Dakota Department of Labor & Human Rights enforcement, including requirements for PPE use, equipment inspection, accident reporting, participation in mandated safety trainings, and company injury/illness reporting protocols following the North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI) guidelines: [Describe Employee Obligations].

Chain of Command and Reporting Structure

• Immediate supervisor: [Supervisor Name].
• Department head: [Department Head Name].
• HR contact: [HR Contact Name].
• Reporting requirements for equipment failure, damage, or loss: [Describe Reporting Requirements].
• Discipline process for violations: [Describe Discipline Process].

Workplace Conduct

• Drug and alcohol use during work hours is strictly prohibited.
  • Pre-employment/random drug testing: [Specify Policy, if applicable].
  • Reference to Employer’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy (if applicable). [Reference Policy].

Anti-Harassment, Non-Discrimination, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Compliance with the company's anti-harassment, non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity (EEO) policies in accordance with North Dakota Human Rights Act and federal Title VII: [Describe Policy].

Confidentiality

Confidentiality obligations in relation to proprietary inventory, shipping records, customer data, or sensitive operational information: [Describe Obligations].

Uniforms, Badges, and Equipment

• Acceptance and use of company-provided uniforms, badges, and equipment.
  • Return procedures upon contract termination: [Describe Procedures].
  • Responsibility for loss/damage: [Describe Responsibility].

Warehouse Equipment Use and Care

Policy and employee responsibilities for the use and care of motorized and non-motorized warehouse equipment: [Describe Policy].

• Minimum training requirements: [Describe Requirements].
• Recertification intervals: [Describe Intervals].

Non-Compete, Non-Solicitation, and Non-Disclosure

• Option A: Non-compete agreement: [Describe Non-Compete Agreement, if applicable - must be narrowly tailored].
• Option B: Non-solicitation agreement: [Describe Non-Solicitation Agreement, if applicable].
• Option C: Non-disclosure agreement: [Describe Non-Disclosure Agreement, if applicable].

At-Will Employment

• Option A: Employment is at-will.
  • Right of employer or employee to terminate for any lawful reason or no reason.
• Option B: Required advance written notice: [Number] days/weeks (select one).
• Option C: Final paycheck requirements: Final pay on next regular payday.
• Option D: Procedures for return of keys, badges, and company property: [Describe Procedures].
• Option E: For-cause termination: [Describe For-Cause Termination Circumstances].

Grievance Resolution and Dispute Process

Preference for internal resolution, mediation or arbitration alternatives before litigation: [Describe Process].

Occupational Health and Safety

• North Dakota Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI) coverage.
• Accident reporting process: [Describe Process].
• Employer-provided support for physical wellbeing (ergonomics, lifting aids, etc.): [Describe Support].

Promotion, Performance Reviews, and Training

• Eligibility and process for promotion: [Describe Process].
• Performance reviews: [Describe Schedule and Process].
• Cross-training opportunities: [Describe Opportunities, if offered].
• Requirements for participation in company improvement, quality, or safety initiatives: [Describe Requirements].

Electronic Monitoring

Electronic monitoring, security camera use, or GPS tracking: [Describe Policy, if applicable].

• Written consent obtained.

Mandatory Notices/Disclosures

US Department of Labor posters, OSHA notifications, and North Dakota WSI notices will be displayed.

Governing Law

This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Dakota.

Entire Agreement

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

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

____________________________

[Employer Legal Name]

By: ____________________________

[Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

____________________________

[Employee Legal Name]

Date: ____________________________