Mover/Packer (FT)

Nippon Express Canada Ltd.; Mississauga, Toronto; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Express Canada Ltd. in Mississauga is seeking a Mover/Packer to support the HHG team by packing, moving and preparing belongings for transportation. You will assist with loading and unloading client items from company vehicles and warehouse, while following safety standards.

The role requires prior warehouse experience, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, attention to detail and professionalism. Japanese language is an asset; weekend or long hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Attention to detail and safety-conscious.
• Customer service oriented and professional.
• Willingness to work long, possibly irregular hours.
• Japanese language ability is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in moving operations ensuring cargo is handled safely and to standards.
• Load and unload customer belongings from vehicles and warehouse.
• Ensure cargo is secured and prepared for transport.
• Follow safety procedures and company instructions at all times.
• Perform various related tasks as required by the HHG team.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Lift up to 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Customer service

Professionalism

Able to work long hours

Japanese language

Education

High school diploma

WHMIS training

Class G driver’s license

Forklift certificate

Job description

Company Overview

Nippon Express Company, Ltd. (“NX”) was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo. NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities around the world. As a leader in the freight forwarding industry, the Company's successes and ingenuity are complemented by its global presence, and ultimately result in Nippon Express being one of the largest transportation providers in the world. Solutions, not numbers, are responsible for our success. Our commitment to develop successful solutions, which put information technologies and our vast network of resources to work for you, is what has enabled Nippon Express to lead the world in innovative logistics design

Job Summary

The Mover/Packer position is responsible for assisting the HHG team on an as needed basis with the operations associated with the packing, moving and general transportation of our customers’ personal belongings as well as the loading/unloading goods for transportation to and from the warehouse.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the moving operations ensuring all cargo is handled according to company quality and safety standards
• Adhere to the instructions of the HHG staff and conduct yourself in a respectful and professional manner
• Practice safe moving procedures, identify potential hazards and recommend improvements where necessary to ensure operations are conducted in a safe, orderly manner
• Load the furniture and belongings of our customers onto the vehicle and unload at destination
• Ensure all cargo is secured and properly packaged for transport
• Attend at both customers’ residence as well as company facility to prepare goods for shipping
• Operate company vehicles including cargo vans, small trucks
• Various other tasks as may be required

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse environment
• Ability to lift and move products of various sizes and weights (up to 50lbs)
• Ability to understand and follow complex instructions
• Detail-oriented, attentive to their surroundings and able to notice any possible hazards
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong sense of professionalism
• Good work ethic and capable of handling repetitive tasks
• Able to work long, inconsistent hours
• Speaking Japanese is an asset

Education/Certifications

• High school diploma
• WHMIS training is an asset
• Class “G” driver’s license
• Forklift certificate is an asset