Loader Operator

Westlake Chemical; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Fraser Valley is seeking a Loader Operator for a full-time role with competitive wages ranging from $25.76 to $31.84 per hour. The position includes responsibilities like moving stock, loading trucks, and ensuring safe operations. The ideal candidate will have forklift certification, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a team. Benefits include health insurance and overtime opportunities, with shifts from Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Health Benefits – Medical & Dental

Company Paid RRSP

Overtime available

Company provided PPE, coveralls and rain gear

Qualifications

• Must be an employee in good standing for attendance and performance.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently under pressure.
• Must have the ability to work staggered shift schedule as per Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Responsibilities

• Move stock between plant and the shipping yard.
• Load and offload trucks.
• Complete all orders using DSI scanner.

Skills

Safety centered

Fluent in English

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Forklift certified

Basic computer skills

Education

Valid BC driver’s license

Tools

DSI scanner

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Loader Operator - Full Time

BENEFITS

· Competitive Wages: $25.76 – $31.84 per/hr

· Health Benefits – Medical & Dental, Company Paid RRSP

· Company provided: PPE, coveralls and rain gear

· Overtime available

Shift: Monday – Friday 8 hours/day - Must have the ability to work staggered shift schedule as per Collective Bargaining Agreement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Moving stock between plant and the shipping yard
• Loading and offloading trucks
• Communicating with the truck drivers and making sure all loads are loaded safely
• Completing receiving paperwork
• Housekeeping and restocking the stock
• Picking and packing the orders by using DSI scanner
• Completing all orders including piecework
• Completing any tasks requested by Supervisor or Lead Hand
• Following all safety rules
• Completing all required trainings

COMPETENCIES/ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Safety centered
• Fluent in English – speaking, reading and writing
• Strong attention to details, organized and being focused on the task at hand is extremely important
• Must be an employee in good standing for attendance and performance
• Communicate in a professional manner and have strong communication skills
• Positive attitude, team oriented and willingness to learn
• Ability to work safely and efficiently under the pressure
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Ability to pick and pack the orders
• Ability to use DSI scanner and complete all orders via DSI
• Ability to operate all forklift sizes in the shipping department
• Ability to complete all receiving documents
• Forklift certified and maintain a valid BC driver’s license
• Experience as a Shipping Loader Operator at Westlake Pipe & Fittings or equivalent
• Demonstrated a good working knowledge of safe and efficient truck-loading procedures is an asset
• Good knowledge of various pipe and fittings SKUs with regard to the yard/warehouse locations is an asset
• Must have the ability to work staggered shift schedule as per Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Basic knowledge of computer skills
• Ability to follow instructions as directed by Supervisor
• Results Driven
• The ability to work under all weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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