Shipper Associate

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Shipper to manage the loading, unloading, and sorting of shipments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills, and be adaptable to a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate shipments, managing inventory levels, and operating material handling equipment safely. Join a dynamic team and contribute to efficient logistics operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in order picking and general warehouse duties is an asset.
• Ability to perform repetitive manual handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support daily workload and work with warehouse supervisor.
• Complete receiving/shipping/picking/packing tasks for quality control.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound freight.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Adaptability

Professionalism

Computer Skills

Tools

RF Scanners

Shipping Software

Forklift License

Job description

The Shipperwill 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 D365 Microsoft 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 order picking, packing 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

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/inventory checks as required for quality control
• Prioritize and pick material to fill and process orders
• Maintain picking accuracy and responsibility for complete and correct shipments to customers
• Monitor inventory levels of product daily
• 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
• Assemble orders
• Operate a forklift and pump truck safely
• Perform other duties as required