Shipper / Receiver I

Westlake Chemical; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Day 1

Retirement savings plan match

Quarterly incentive programs

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Vacation scholarship program

Training & development access

Community relations volunteer support

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a warehouse associate in Ottawa to pick orders, load and unload shipments, and ensure accurate documentation. You will interact with customers and truck drivers to provide excellent service while maintaining a safe, organized warehouse environment.

The role requires independent work, reliability, and the ability to follow instructions. English proficiency is required; French is an asset. Training, safety programs, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently.
• Must be punctual and reliable.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Be willing and able to successfully complete training deemed appropriate for the position.
• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to speak French an asset.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Good knowledge of all Health and Safety policies and procedure and understanding of safe work practices.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Propane forklift experience.
• WHMIS training.

Responsibilities

• Pick customer orders and prepare transfers for other branches in a timely, accurate manner
• Provide excellent customer service – to customers and truck drivers
• Verify supplier-packing slips by physically checking deliveries
• Advise Supervisor of shipment discrepancies immediately
• Advise Supervisor when stock levels are low or back ordered
• Advise Supervisor or Branch Manager of unsafe conditions
• Stock shelves and arrange in a safe and organized fashion
• Unload and load shipments manually and/or with the use of lift truck
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized warehouse
• Complete safety training as well as follow policies and procedures at all times
• Responsible for verification of material shipped from warehouse
• Prepare paperwork neatly and accurately
• Assist with cycle and year-end inventory counts for the branch

Skills

English communication

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Reliability

Reading & writing

Tools

Propane forklift

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment.

We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Why choose Westlake Royal Building Solutions?

• Benefits Day 1!
• Structured Retirement Savings Plan: The Company will match your contributions up to a certain percentage.
• Quarterly Bonus Programs Annual Incentive bonus Fitness Reimbursement Program: The Company will reimburse up to 50% to a max.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation Scholarship Program
• Training & Development - Access to multiple platforms of learning (online, in person, 3rd party training institutions)
• Community Relations - We support and encourage our employees to volunteer their time and efforts in worthwhile causes and donate funds to assist various charitable groups.

SUMMARY

The function of this position is to ship and receive product as required. Additionally, it is expected that the incumbent will maintain an organized warehouse, load picked orders and supply accurate documentation of material received and shipped. There is frequent direct interaction with customers requiring delivery of excellent customer service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pick customer orders and prepare transfers for other branches in a timely, accurate manner
• Provide excellent customer service – to customers and truck drivers
• Verify supplier-packing slips by physically checking deliveries
• Advise Supervisor of shipment discrepancies immediately
• Advise Supervisor when stock levels are low or back ordered
• Advise Supervisor or Branch Manager of unsafe conditions
• Stock shelves and arrange in a safe and organized fashion
• Unload and load shipments manually and/or with the use of lift truck
• Comply with load weight and secure load restrictions
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized warehouse
• Complete safety training as well as follow policies and procedures at all times
• Responsible for verification of material shipped from warehouse
• Prepare paperwork neatly and accurately
• Assist with cycle and year-end inventory counts for the branch

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work independently
• Must be punctual and reliable
• Ability to follow instructions
• Be willing and able to successfully complete training deemed appropriate for the position
• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in English
• Ability to speak French an asset
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
• Good knowledge of all Health and Safety policies and procedure and understanding of safe work practices
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Self-motivated and capable of working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well with others
• Propane fork lift experience
• WHMIS training

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Most of the work takes place in the warehouse and requires frequent usage of required PPE including safety boots, gloves, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer.

Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods.

Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings.

Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day.

For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com