Distribution Associate - 1 Year Contract

YAMAHA MOTOR CANADA LTD.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outdoor recreational company in Toronto is seeking a Distribution Associate for a 1-year contract. Responsibilities include unpacking, stocking, and shipping products, ensuring accuracy in all tasks. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of warehouse experience and be reliable team players. Physical stamina is required for this role. Competitive benefits and a hybrid work model are available.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years' experience in warehouse or mailroom.
• Able to lift packages up to 50 lbs.
• Previous warehouse experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Unpack and stock incoming shipments accurately.
• Perform daily cycle counts for inventory accuracy.
• Pick and pack orders for safe shipment.

Skills

Reliable and punctual

Ability to speak, read and write English

Basic key punching

Knowledge of handheld RFID scanners

Attention to detail

Strong team player

Tools

Forklift

Walkie

Swing Reach

Order Picker

Job description

Distribution Associate - 1 Year Contract

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Distribution Associate - 1 Year Contract

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Yamaha Motor Corporation (“YMC”) is a publicly listed Japanese Corporation in the business of manufacturing and distributing recreational product to dealers and customers around the world. YMC is a Kando creating company; “offering more excitement and a more fulfilling life for people”.

Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd (“YMCA”) is a subsidiary of YMC, responsible for distributing Yamaha Motor product to Canadian dealers and consumers. YMCA’s Vision is to “Create Lifelong Memories by “Connecting People through Unique Canadian Outdoor Experiences”. YMCA executes its day to day activities in reference to its defined values, “Be Inclusive”, “Think Customer”, “Own it!”, “Innovate Now!”, “Trust & Integrity”, “Be Agile”, and “Drive results”.

Position Information

• Department : Distribution Centre
• Location : 480 Gordon Baker Road
• Hybrid
• Status : Contract - 1 Year
• Reports to : Manager, Parts Distribution

Summary Of Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Manager, Parts Distribution, the Distribution Associate, is responsible for all tasks related to the Distribution Centre. This includes but not limited to, unpacking, stocking, picking, packing and shipping of outbound product. Accuracy is required in all tasks associated with all functions in the DC as it relates to customer expectations and satisfaction.

Shift Hours : 10 : 30 AM to 6 : 30 PM.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Unpack, cut-open and put away incoming shipments by placing items onto correct shelf location as per inventory management system.

Daily cycle counts to ensure correct inventory levels by location.

Pick orders from assigned bin, bulk or reserve locations by using RF equipment

Packing orders in various corrugate containers and packaging material for safe shipment to dealers.

Shipment preparation including BOL and documentation. Loading of outbound carrier and courier trucks

Bin maintenance of product inside the DC to ensure best space utilization for pick path and fast-moving inventory.

Other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements

Years of Experience : 1 - 3 years’ experience

Type of Experience : Warehouse / mailroom experience

Skills And Abilities

Reliable and punctual

Ability to speak, read and write English

Basic key punching and knowledge of handheld RFID scanners

Able to stand and walk all day while performing bending, crouching and kneeling

Able to lift packages up to 50 lbs

Strong attention to detail

Strong team player

Previous warehouse experience is an asset

Experience operating a Forklift, Walkie, Swing Reach or Order Picker an asset

Some overtime may be required

Overtime Requirements

Some minor overtime may be required

Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Job function

Legal

Industries

Retail

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