Shipper/Receiver Contractor

Alberta Newsprint Company; Whitecourt; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Newsprint Company in Whitecourt, Alberta, seeks a contract Shipper/Receiver with a minimum of two years in shipping/receiving. The role requires organization, strong communication, and problem-solving abilities as you handle the flow of goods, inventory control, and coordination with the accounting team.

The position is in-person at the Whitecourt mill, Monday to Friday, for a one-year contract with potential extension.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years hands-on shipping/receiving experience in a distribution company.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload freight from trucks using a forklift or manual handling.
• Stage and store freight in an organized manner.
• Obtain quotes and negotiate shipping rates.
• Receive inventory into the tracking system and manage entries.
• Process service purchase orders and monthly invoices with Accounting.

Skills

Shipping/receiving

Problem-solving

Detail orientation

Supervision under minimal supervision

Heavy lifting 50 lbs

Power equipment certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Inventory location system

Forklift

Overhead Crane

Job description

Whitecourt, Alberta, Canada
Whitecourt, AB T7S1P9, CAN

Description

We are looking for a Shipper/Receiver (Contract) who has diverse multi-tasking skills, effective communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to flex to the demands of the role. Being exceptionally organized and having an eye for detail is essential for success as a Shipper/Receiver.

This contract position is accountable for managing the flow of items, such as shipping, receiving and inventory control. They will work with minimal supervision and in a hands-on capacity to support the Stores team.

The successful Shipper/Receiver (Contract) should have at least 2 years’ experience, ideally in an industrial setting, as well as warehousing expertise, excellent time-management skills, and knowledge in organizational techniques. This position is located in-person at our Whitecourt mill and works Monday to Friday. The term of the contract is one year and it will be reviewed for possible extension.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Load and unload freight from trucks using a forklift, manual lifting, etc.
• Put away or stage freight in a well-organized manner.
• Obtain shipping quotes and negotiate rates.
• Receive inventory into our tracking system.
• Manage and enter service purchase orders, monthly billings and invoices in coordination with the Accounting department.
• Complete daily inspections on Stores mobile equipment, ensuring it is maintained in good working order.
• Remove stock items from racking (picking parts).
• Undertake housekeeping, such as tidying floors, shelves, emptying garbage/recycling bins, as required.
• Receive WHMIS-controlled products in the proper manner, ensuring proper SDS is obtained and held.
• Organize and label stock items.
• Act as a contact for Customs paperwork in relation to inbound/outbound shipments.
• Oversee the Stores laydown area.
• Participate in inventory counts alongside the Stores team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or (GED) equivalent is required
• Have at least 2 years hands-on, well-developed shipping/receiving experience within a distribution company
• Purchasing experience is not required, but an asset
• Strong problem-solving skills and detail orientation, with a high level of accuracy
• Must be able to complete work with a limited degree of supervision
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. on an unassisted basis, repetitively
• Previous experience/certification of power equipment operation preferred, for example Forklift and Overhead Crane. Candidate will have to recertify on all ANC company equipment if chosen as the successful applicant.
• Must be able to work in a dynamic, fast-paced distribution center environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is required
• Familiarity with computerized inventory location system is preferred

Alberta Newsprint Company will only consider those eligible to work in Canada either by citizenship, permanent residency, or valid Canadian open work permit.

We thank all those who apply, but only applicants being actively considered for employment will be contacted.