shipper-receiver

Varsteel Ltd.; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Pension plan

Other benefits

Job summary

Varsteel Ltd. in Kelowna, Canada, is hiring for a shipping/receiving role at our on-site facility. The position focuses on coordinating shipments, scheduling transports, preparing shipping documents, and ensuring accurate receipt and storage of goods.

A forklift certification is preferred, and a valid driver’s license may be required. The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining safety and compliance with

Qualifications

• Experience an asset.
• Tech-savvy and able to use computer systems for tracking shipments.

Responsibilities

• Determine method of shipment
• Schedule distribution of goods
• Schedule transportation conveyances
• Prepare bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents
• Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents
• Maintain internal record-keeping system
• Record shortages and reject damaged goods
• Route goods to appropriate storage areas
• Unpack goods received
• Affix identifying information and shipping instructions on shipments
• Oversee loading and unloading of goods
• Supervise material handlers and helpers

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Database software

MS Windows

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Manufacture

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Determine method of shipment
• Schedule distribution of goods
• Schedule transportation conveyances
• Prepare bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents
• Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents
• Maintain internal record-keeping system
• Record shortages and reject damaged goods
• Route goods to appropriate storage areas
• Unpack goods received
• Affix identifying information and shipping instructions on shipments
• Oversee loading and unloading of goods
• Supervise material handlers and helpers

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Forklift Operator Certification

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Database software
• MS Windows

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Other Benefits

• Other benefits