Forklift Operator

Shoemaker Drywall Supplies - Winnipeg; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings

Company discounts

Training programs

Group events

Job summary

Shoemaker Drywall Supplies - Winnipeg is seeking a warehouse associate to operate a forklift, load and unload materials, and manage inventory in the Winnipeg, MB facility. You will follow safety guidelines and prepare orders for delivery or pickup, ensuring efficient space utilization and accurate reporting of discrepancies.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma and more than one year of similar experience, with strong multitasking, adaptability, and customer service skills to support

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Greater than one year of experience in a similar warehouse role.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe working environment by following health and safety guidelines.
• Prepares and completes orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
• Receives incoming shipments and manages inventory.
• Loads and unloads company trucks as needed.
• Keeps a clean and safe working environment and optimizes space utilization.
• Reports any discrepancies.
• Operates forklift and other warehouse equipment as needed.
• Follows quality service standards and complies with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Skills

Adaptable

Decision making

Multitasking

Customer service mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Shoemaker Drywall Supplies - Winnipeg

Winnipeg, MB A3C

Position Purpose:

Reporting to the Branch Manager, the incumbent prepares, loads, and unloads building materials in the warehouse through the safe operation of a forklift truck.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintains a safe working environment by following Yvon’s health and safety guidelines.
• Prepares and completes orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
• Receives incoming shipments and manages inventory.
• Loads and unloads company trucks as needed.
• Keeps a clean and safe working environment and optimizes space utilization.
• Reports any discrepancies.
• Operates a forklift and other warehouse equipment as needed.
• Follows quality service standards and complies with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Performs other duties as required.

Competency Statements:

• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Problem Solving: Be proactive and take ownership and take actions to deliver the best possible results while assuming ownership and accountability.
• Safety & Personal Ownership: Protect own health and safety as well as that of others, report unsafe situations and make others aware of possible risks, and take into account safety in daily work.

Education:

High School Diploma

Experience:

Greater than one year experience in a similar role.

Skills and Abilities:

• Adaptable to set and prioritize work with varying exceptions.
• Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
• Ability to multitask and work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to effectively build relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Detail oriented with problem-solving skills.
• Health benefits, including drug coverage, practitioner, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings (pension or other) are provided.
• Company discounts, including mobile phone, gym membership, etc.
• Training programs and opportunities for career advancement.
• Group events and more.

As part of the GMS Inc. family of companies, you can launch your career with a North American building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Position Purpose:

Reporting to the Branch Manager, the incumbent prepares, loads, and unloads building materials in the warehouse through the safe operation of a forklift truck.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintains a safe working environment by following Yvon’s health and safety guidelines.
• Prepares and completes orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
• Receives incoming shipments and manages inventory.
• Loads and unloads company trucks as needed.
• Keeps a clean and safe working environment and optimizes space utilization.
• Reports any discrepancies.
• Operates a forklift and other warehouse equipment as needed.
• Follows quality service standards and complies with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Performs other duties as required.

Competency Statements:

• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Problem Solving: Be proactive and take ownership and take actions to deliver the best possible results while assuming ownership and accountability.
• Safety & Personal Ownership: Protect own health and safety as well as that of others, report unsafe situations and make others aware of possible risks, and take into account safety in daily work.

Education:

High School Diploma

Experience:

Greater than one year experience in a similar role.

Skills and Abilities:

• Adaptable to set and prioritize work with varying exceptions.
• Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people with different personalities and backgrounds.
• Ability to multitask and work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to effectively build relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Detail oriented with problem-solving skills.
• Strong “customer service” mindset.

Benefits:

• Health benefits, including drug coverage, practitioner, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings (pension or other) are provided.
• Company discounts, including mobile phone, gym membership, etc.
• Training programs and opportunities for career advancement.
• Group events and more.

As part of the GMS Inc. family of companies, you can launch your career with a North American building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Location: GMS Family of Locations - Winnipeg235 De Baets Street Winnipeg, MB R2J 4A8

SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, is committed to providing equal employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to any ground protected by applicable human rights legislation, including but not limited to race, colour, sex, gender, identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age (except as provided by law), religion, ethnic or national origin, or disability.

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Employment offers may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check that could include a criminal reference check with law enforcement authorities, a verification of your academic credentials and an employment verification with former employers, as permitted by law.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, Group RRSP, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility.

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