Logistics Clerk

Thales; Burlington; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health

Dental

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP)

Paid vacation and sick leave

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Thales Burlington, Canada, is seeking a Logistics Associate to perform receiving, storing, and shipping of goods in a strict, secure environment. The role supports the team with documentation, packaging, and process improvements on-site in Burlington.

The candidate will operate material handling equipment, follow company policies, and collaborate with customer service and warehousing. A high school diploma and basic computer skills are required, with prior logistics experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate across departments.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Organized with a sense of urgency and confidentiality.
• Experience in logistics or related roles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily mailing tasks and manage electronic mailing lists with accuracy.
• Follow safety and security procedures for receiving and shipping goods.
• Handle daily shipping tasks with minimal supervision.
• Understand dispatch and packaging duties per company policy.
• Manage customer requests using different dispatch companies.
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment safely.
• Support HSE, security and 5S initiatives and training.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and document processes.
• Maintain secure records of ingoing and outgoing items.
• Prepare and/or sign off on shipping documents.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Report unsafe acts and participate in safety training.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Burlington, Canada

Position Summary

This is an on-site position in Burlington

This position is eligible for the Americas referral program for external candidates: Tier 1 - $1500 Referral Bonus.

Function as a contributing member of Logistics team to perform various duties, such as receiving, storing and shipping goods or raw materials, maintaining associated records and generating necessary paperwork and electronic files in accordance with required procedures, to the highest standards of accuracy and security in an HSE, security and WCE conscientious environment.

Essential Functions

• Perform daily mailing duties, securely handle electronic mailing lists; sort, label, pack, track, and trace mail as well as generate hard and soft documents; and follow dispatching documents related to the type of portfolio being processed.
• Follow safety and security procedures when receiving and shipping goods.
• Performance of daily shipping tasks assigned without additional help or supervision.
• Understand dispatch and packaging duties, and follow them as per company policy.
• Manage special requests from Customers using different dispatch companies.
• Operate forklift and other material handling equipment as needed safely.
• Participate in and support team in all HSE, security and 5S culture and procedures.
• Change Request Management & Execution.
• Active participation in continuous improvement activities by monitoring process effectiveness and taking necessary action to improve the processes and procedures.
• Keep secure records of ingoing and outgoing items.
• Prepare and/or sign off on shipping documents.
• Report any damaged stock or equipment to superiors.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as customer service, vault & warehousing, to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Report all unsafe acts and conditions and security violations. Participate in all scheduled HSE and security training.
• Other duties as necessary to meet specified plant objectives.

Minimum Requirements

• High school equivalent or higher with good communication skills.
• Working knowledge of computers (familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel).
• 1+ years’ experience in the field of Logistics or equivalent industry roles.
• Strong work ethics, sense of responsibility and confidentiality.
• Comfortable working with numbers and detail-oriented.
• Organized and have a sense of urgency.
• Good decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• A mature attitude and a strong work ethic are essential.
• Prior experience working in a team environment is a plus.
• Ability to work without constant supervision.
• Good work history/references needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma and above.

Physical Demands

• Ability to handle material handling equipment and operate a forklift / Wave (the candidate will be trained)
• Lift up to 50 pounds and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Ability to wear safety shoes at all times.
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 8 hours during shifts.
• Ability to work flexible hours and flexibility to work varying shifts as per business requirements.

AI

We use artificial intelligence–enabled tools as part of our recruitment process to support activities such as candidate discovery, résumé matching, and interview scheduling. These tools may help screen and assess applications and recommend potential matches based on the requirements within the job description. All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters. Artificial intelligence does not make hiring decisions on our behalf.

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

• Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are asked to advise accordingly upon the invitation for an interview. We will work with you to meet your needs. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.