Distribution Center Associate (BC)

Brother International Corporation; Richmond; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Brother Canada in Richmond, BC is seeking a Distribution Center Associate to perform core warehouse functions including receiving, inventory control, picking, packing and shipping.

You will work onsite five days a week, rotate tasks, and support Health and Safety procedures while ensuring accuracy and timely order fulfillment. Minimum 1 year warehouse experience and forklift familiarity preferred; strong English and basic computer skills required; bilingual in English/French a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a warehouse.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong English communication; French a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive, put away, and replenish merchandise in the warehouse and record in WMS.
• Pick, pack, and ship orders; ensure accuracy in the inventory system.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse experience

English/French communication

WMS knowledge

Education

High School Leaving Certificate

Tools

Blue Yonder WMS

Job description

Company Overview

Brother is a leading provider of home and office equipment, sewing and crafting products, and industrial solutions. With a legacy spanning over 115 years, our brand is renowned for producing award-winning printers, sewing machines, P-touch labelers, and more. Brother Canada was established in 1960, marking over 65 years of operations. Brother Canada is headquartered in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Quebec and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brother International Corporation (BIC), based in the United States. BIC is in itself a subsidiary of Brother Industries Limited (BIL), which was founded in 1908 in Nagoya, Japan and operates in more than 30 countries worldwide.

Why Work at Brother?

At Brother Canada, we’re more than a team; we’re a community guided by our culture drivers of Accountability, Authenticity, Excellence, and Boldness. We foster collaboration, growth, and work-life balance through flexible hours, hybrid work options, wellness subsidies, learning and development, recognition programs, and employee discounts. With roots in Montreal since 1960, we embrace continuous improvement and a culture of “Challenging Spirit,” offering stability while delivering a superior customer experience.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Distribution Center, the Distribution Center Associate (DCA), demonstrates strong abilities to perform autonomously the core functions of DC namely: receive-inventory control-pick-pack-ship and wrap.

Duties & Responsibilities

Inbound:

• Receive, put away and replenish merchandise physically and record in WMS system
• Offloading by hand floor loaded containers (also known as hand bombing, de-stuffing; lumping containers) and confirm receipt in our Warehouse Management System (BY)
• Ensure inventory integrity is not affected
• Promote and comply to Health and Safety procedures and guidelines of the Distribution Center
• Work collaboratively with others to ensure product is secured properly and put away per procedures while maintaining accuracy
• Any other work, duties, projects, or ad hoc requests as assigned

Outbound:

• Prepare, pick, and ship orders and confirm all in our Inventory Management system (Blue Yonder)
• Understand and execute against all standards and best practices/technical concepts in the Distribution Center
• Promote and comply to Health and Safety procedures and guidelines of the Distribution Center.
• Work collaboratively with others to ensure orders are delivered on time
• Actively participate in the continuous improvement process
• Any other work, duties, projects, or ad hoc requests as assigned

Key Success Factors:

• The DC Associate’s ability to adapt and rotate tasks on a regular basis
• Team collaborative spirit
• Clear communication abilities
• Commitment to quality work and compliance

Experience & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High School leaving certificate or equivalent experience
• 1+ year experience in a warehouse
• 1 + year experience operating Forklifts (Stand Up Reach, Order Picker an asset)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds

Communication Skills

• Ability to read and basic writing skills
• Ability to verbally communicate clearly in English and/or FrenchGood listening and communications skills

Adaptability & Teamwork

• Ability to adapt to change, learn new procedures and techniques and manage stress
• Committed team builder and takes pride in the success of the operations
• Must work well with others (internal and external customers) and evolve in a culture of continuous learning, and development

Personal Attributes

• Motivated individual, resourceful and detailed-oriented
• Takes pride and accountability very seriously

Computer & Systems Skills

• Computer skills, basic knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel and/or experience in WMS systems (Blue Yonder)

Additional Details for This Role

This role will be an onsite role. You are expected to work from the stated job location 5 days a week. #LI-Onsite

Hourly Wage

The targeted hourly wage for this position is$ 23.00 - $ 24.50 per hour.

Hourly wage is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the successful candidate, as well as factors such as internal equity, cost of labor in the hiring location, and alignment with market data.

Our Benefits

We believe benefits should empower you to thrive at work and beyond. Our health and wellness benefits go beyond the basics, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, financial advisors, and fitness programs to keep your mind and body in top shape. We’re big believers in recharging your batteries, with flexible vacation, personal days, summer hours, and a company-wide holiday shutdown so you can enjoy real downtime. Our retirement plan helps your savings grow faster with matching contributions and extra perks like a TFSA and mortgage benefits. And because growth fuels success, we invest in you with development programs, from LinkedIn Learning and Brother curated learnings to tuition reimbursement and personalized development plans. But it’s not all work, we love to celebrate! From BBQs to gala nights and our STAR recognition program, your wins get noticed and rewarded. At Brother Canada, we are truly At Your Side, supporting your success every step of the way.

Our Mission, Vision & Culture

Our mission is to live our “at your side” promise to simplify and enrich the lives of our customers, employees, and communities. We aim to be where people and technology meet, providing products and solutions that enhance how people live, work, and create. We look to our strategic culture drivers - accountability, authenticity, boldness, and excellence - to enable us to consistently deliver on our vision, mission, and shared values. These drivers help us shape a culture that empowers the business to succeed.

About Where We Work

Brother Canada’s head office and distribution centre in Montreal’s West Island is at the heart of our operations, housing teams in Marketing, Sales, Customer Experience, HR, IT, Finance, Supply Chain, and more. Our sales office in Mississauga, Ontario, and distribution centre in Richmond, British Columbia, support our coast-to-coast operations. We collaborate across Canada and Brother Americas - always At Your Side.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Statement

At Brother Canada, we strive to provide an environment where everyone feels valued by respecting individual differences and welcoming diverse life and work styles. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate or make employment decisions on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, disability, or any other protected characteristic.