Shipper/Receiver

Wajax; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Health spending account

Training programs

Employee discounts

Pension plan

Wellness program

Job summary

Wajax in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to ensure the safe flow of industrial goods in the branch and warehouse. You will receive goods, unpack and verify contents, and input data into our inventory system.

You will pack and ship orders, stock shelves, maintain a clean, organized workspace, and operate a forklift in a safe manner. The role requires a high school diploma, a forklift license/certification, a valid driver’s license, and 1–2 years of similar experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift license/certification required.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Receive goods into inventory and verify contents against documents.
• Pack and dispatch orders per packing slip and customer/branch orders.
• Ship goods per organizational best practices and customer requirements.
• Maintain Bills of Lading and arrange carriers for delivery.
• Stock shelves and perform housekeeping; operate forklift safely.
• Complete daily forklift log and keep the warehouse clean and organized.
• Assist with local pickup and delivery tasks as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma

Forklift license/certification

Driver’s license

Tools

Computerized inventory system

Job description

Responsible for the safe flow of industrial goods in and within the branch or warehouse. Ensures branches are supplied as necessary by shipping and receiving goods, checking for accuracy, and appropriately processing orders. Supports the warehouse by stocking shelves, performing housekeeping activities within the work area, and operating a forklift in support of the movement of goods

The Role

• Receives goods into inventory, including unpacking and verifying contents against appropriate documents; ensures received goods are accurately input into the computer tracking system
• Prepares packages to be sent out in accordance with information on the packing slip; picks and packs goods for shipment as per customer and branch orders.
• Ensures goods are shipped in accordance with organizational best practices and customer requirements
• Maintain Bills of Lading, book and arrange carriers for timely delivery of goods.
• Stock shelves with received shipments, using the appropriate sorting/organization system and equipment, including forklifts
• Files packing slips from suppliers and co-workers; prints service and production documents as required
• Completes a daily forklift log
• Ensures the warehouse is maintained in a clean and organized fashion at all times
• Performs additional duties including local pickup and delivery tasks outside regular warehouse duties as required
• Operates forklift and activities within the work area in a safe manner.

The Candidate

• Education: High School; valid Forklift license/certification; valid driver’s license and must be insurable
• Work Experience: 1-2 years; previous experience in similar role
• Knowledge: Competent in Microsoft Office.

The Company

Since 1858, Wajax has been a leading industrial products and solutions provider continually innovating to serve Canadian industry coast-to-coast.We work in an extensive range of industries and core sectors of the Canadian economy including energy and renewables, food and beverage, construction, industrial/commercial, transportation, forestry, mining, metal processing, and oil and gas – to name a few.Everything we do is powered by people passionate about making a difference and who are dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward.People who provide the experience and expertise that support the industries that build our cities, power our businesses, put a roof over our heads and food on our tables.

Wajax offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional “perks.”

Highlights include:

• Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.
• Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.
• Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.
• Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.
• Company matched pension plan
• Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program.

By working with Wajax, you become part of an inclusive and diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and teamwork. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities across Canada in which we do business. As an equal opportunity employer, please inform us if any accommodation is required if contacted for an interview.

As a condition of employment, final candidates will be subject to pre-screening.