Receiver

J.D. Irving, Limited; Lower Sackville; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Nova Scotia is seeking a Receiver who will manage physical activities related to shipments and ensure accurate processing of goods. The role involves working in a fast-paced warehouse environment, supporting the team with loading, unloading, and inventory checks. Candidates should possess strong communication and organizational skills, be adaptable, and have experience in logistics. A Forklift License is an asset.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in order picking, packing, and general warehouse duties is an asset.
• Ability to perform repetitive, manual material handling without restriction.

Responsibilities

• Support daily workload and work with warehouse supervisor and team.
• Complete receiving/shipping/picking/packing/inventory checks.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound freight.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Adaptability

Professionalism

Computer Skills

Education

Forklift License

Tools

RF Scanners

Shipping Software

D365 Microsoft

Job description

TheReceiverwill perform and/or supervise general physical activities to load, unload, sort and move shipments by hand or using material handling equipment. Manage verification, acceptance, counting, and inputting into D365 Microsoft system of all incoming goods and their condition.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills both written and spoken
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Ability to perform repetitive, manual material handling without restriction requiring (but not limited to) the following physical abilities: kneeling, bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and grasping
• Willingness to learn and adaptable to change
• Operates with utmost professionalism and confidentiality
• Previous experience in order picking, packing using RF Scanners, and general warehouse duties is an asset
• Strong computer skills, specifically shipping software
• Experience in logistics, dealing with various freight/courier partners
• Forklift License an asset

Responsibilities

• Supporting the daily workload and working together with the warehouse supervisor and team
• Work well in a fast-paced environment
• Completing all receiving/shipping/picking/packing/inventory checks and vendor claims as required for quality control
• Prioritize and pick material to fill and process orders
• Maintain picking accuracy and responsibility for complete and correct shipments to customers
• Print and process various documents, e.g., picklist, packing list and bill of ladings
• Ensure shipping and receiving documents are completed and correct
• Load and unload inbound and outbound freight
• Assemble orders
• Operate a forklift safely
• Perform other duties as required