Receiver

J.D. Irving, Limited; Halifax; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and distribution company located in Halifax is seeking a Receiver to manage shipping and receiving activities. The role involves loading and unloading shipments, overseeing quality control, and maintaining accurate documentation. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and organizational abilities, along with a willingness to learn and adapt. A forklift license and experience with RF scanners are advantageous, making this a great opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills both written and spoken.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Experience in logistics and dealing with freight partners.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily workload with the warehouse supervisor.
• Completing all receiving, shipping, picking, and packing.
• Loading and unloading freight safely.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good organizational and planning skills

Ability to perform repetitive manual handling

Willingness to learn

Professionalism and confidentiality

Experience with RF Scanners

Strong computer skills

Experience in logistics

Forklift License

Job description

The Receiver will perform and/or supervise general physical activities to load, unload, sort and move shipments by hand or using material handling equipment. Manage verification, acceptance, counting, and inputting into CSNX system of all incoming goods and their condition.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills both written and spoken
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Ability to perform repetitive, manual material handling without restriction requiring (but not limited to) the following physical abilities: kneeling, bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and grasping
• 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
• Forklift License 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.

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