Evening Machine Operator Associate

J.D. Irving; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Halifax is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support the construction of Canada's Naval Fleet. The ideal candidate will be responsible for picking and preparing orders, organizing shipments, and performing general warehouse duties. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. This full-time position offers night shifts and opportunities for overtime, providing a premium incentive. A good level of physical fitness is required to handle manual tasks and lift packages up to 50lbs.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills both written and spoken.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to perform repetitive manual handling.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Willingness to learn and adaptable to change.
• Previous experience with RF Scanners is an asset.
• Strong computer skills, specifically shipping software.

Responsibilities

• Pick and prepare orders using material handling equipment.
• Sort, move, and organize shipments efficiently.
• Perform general warehouse activities like loading and unloading.
• Verify and input data into the warehouse management system.
• Support daily workload in collaboration with the team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good organizational and planning skills

Ability to perform manual material handling

Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Willingness to learn and adapt

Professionalism and confidentiality

Experience with RF Scanners

Strong computer skills

Logistics experience

Material handling equipment experience

Job description

As a Warehouse Associate, you’ll be part of a dedicated team supporting the construction of Canada’s Naval Fleet—helping shape the future of our country’s naval defense.

In this role, you will:

• Pick and prepare orders using a variety of material handling equipment.
• Sort, move, and organize shipments with precision and care.
• Use handheld RF scanners to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Perform general warehouse activities, including loading, unloading, and moving shipments by hand or with equipment.
• Verify, count, and input data into our warehouse management system.

Working Hours:Monday to Friday, 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM, with opportunities for Overtime.

Evening Shift gets a Premium Incentive

Join the Team Helping Build Canada's Naval Fleet!

Responsibilities

• Supporting the workload daily and working together with the warehouse supervisor and team
• Work well in a fast-paced environment
• Completing all receiving/shipping/picking/packing as required for quality control
• 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
• Manage and meet the needs of customer delivery dates and delivery deadlines
• Operate a forklift and reach truck safely
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills both written and spoken
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Ability to perform repetitive, manual material handling without restriction requiring
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Willingness to learn and adaptable to change
• Operates with utmost professionalism and confidentiality
• Previous experience in 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
• Material Handling Equipment experience is an asset
• All employees of Bayside Distribution must obtain and maintain a personal security clearance and controlled goods approval. To obtain these clearances the applicant must not have resided outside of Canada for a period of six months or more within the last five years. These clearances require police, employment and personal references.

Job Info

• Job Identification 7868
• Job Category Retail
• Posting Date 01/30/2026, 12:47 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 115 Chain Lake Drive, Halifax, NS, B3S 1B3, CA