Counter clerk – retail

Industrial Plastics & Paints; Calgary; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Plastics & Paints based in Calgary, AB is seeking a Counter clerk – retail to join its team. This permanent, full-time position offers day and weekend shifts and an immediate start.

The role involves operating a cash register, assisting with merchandise display, quoting prices or terms, greeting customers, preparing merchandise, packaging, and coordinating shipping and storage while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• The candidate should be fluent in English.
• The ideal candidate will have at least 2 to 3 years of experience in a related industry.
• The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• The candidate must be adaptable.
• The candidate must be analytical.
• The candidate must be energetic.
• The candidate must be hardworking.
• The candidate must be honest.
• The candidate must be outgoing.
• The candidate must have a positive attitude.
• The candidate must be a quick learner.
• The candidate should have excellent time management skills.
• The candidate should be dependable.
• The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate should be reliable.
• The candidate should be a good team player.
• The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The candidate must be capable of acting on their own initiative.
• The candidate should be accurate.
• The candidate should be client focused.

Responsibilities

• The candidate must be able to operate a cash register.
• The candidate will be expected to assist with merchandise display.
• The candidate will be expected to estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties, and delivery dates.
• The candidate must greet customers and discuss the type, quality, and quantity of merchandise or services desired for purchase, rental, or lease.
• The candidate must prepare merchandise for purchase, rental, or lease.
• The candidate will be responsible for unpacking received goods.
• The candidate will be expected to schedule transportation conveyances.
• The candidate must route goods to appropriate storage areas.
• The candidate must record shortages and reject damaged goods.
• The candidate will be expected to prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
• The candidate must pack goods to be shipped.
• The candidate will be responsible for overseeing the loading and unloading of goods.
• The candidate must inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documentation.
• The candidate must determine the method of shipment.
• The candidate must deal with the public.
• The candidate must assemble containers and crates.
• The candidate must arrange for shipping, receiving, and storage.
• The candidate will be required to attach identifying information and shipping instructions to shipments.
• The candidate must provide excellent customer service.

Job description

Industrial Plastics & Paints based in 5558- 1 Street S.E., Calgary, AB T2H 2W9 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Counter clerk – retail who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Weekend and To be determined

Employer Name: Industrial Plastics & Paints
Position: Counter clerk – retail
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $17.00 to $19.00 hourly (to be negotiated) 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: 5558- 1 Street S.E., Calgary, AB T2H 2W9

• The candidate must be able to operate a cash register.
• The candidate will be expected to assist with merchandise display.
• The candidate will be expected to estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties, and delivery dates.
• The candidate must greet customers and discuss the type, quality, and quantity of merchandise or services desired for purchase, rental, or lease.
• The candidate must prepare merchandise for purchase, rental, or lease.
• The candidate will be responsible for unpacking received goods.
• The candidate will be expected to schedule transportation conveyances.
• The candidate must route goods to appropriate storage areas.
• The candidate must record shortages and reject damaged goods.
• The candidate will be expected to prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
• The candidate must pack goods to be shipped.
• The candidate will be responsible for overseeing the loading and unloading of goods.
• The candidate must inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documentation.
• The candidate must determine the method of shipment.
• The candidate must deal with the public.
• The candidate must assemble containers and crates.
• The candidate must arrange for shipping, receiving, and storage.
• The candidate will be required to attach identifying information and shipping instructions to shipments.
• The candidate must provide excellent customer service.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• The ideal candidate will have at least 2 to 3 years of experience in a related industry.
• The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• The candidate must be adaptable.
• The candidate must be analytical.
• The candidate must be energetic.
• The candidate must be hardworking.
• The candidate must be honest.
• The candidate must be outgoing.
• The candidate must have a positive attitude.
• The candidate must be a quick learner.
• The candidate should have excellent time management skills.
• The candidate should be dependable.
• The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate should be reliable.
• The candidate should be a good team player.
• The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The candidate must be capable of acting on their own initiative.
• The candidate should be accurate.
• The candidate should be client focused.

Work setting

• The candidate will be required to work in an urban area.
• The candidate must work in a retail/wholesale establishment/distribution centre.

Computer and technology knowledge

• The candidate must be familiar with database software and inventory control software.

Equipment and machinery experience

• The candidate must have prior experience with dollies, hand trucks, and pallet lifters.

Security and safety

• The candidate must have a basic security clearance.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate has access to public transportation.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
• The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
• The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate should have an eye for details.
• The candidate must finished the work with in the given time line.
• Health and Long term benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
• Under Health Benefits, the selected candidate will receive Dental plan and Health care plan.
• Under Long Term Benefits, the selected candidate will receive Group insurance benefits and Life insurance.