Shipper/Receiver - Temporary

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical industry is seeking a Shipper / Receiver for a seasonal position in Calgary. The role involves loading and unloading materials, ensuring safety standards are met, and requires effective communication skills along with basic math and lifting ability. This position offers competitive compensation and a supportive work environment focused on safety.

Benefits

PPE provided

Coveralls and rain gear provided

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of computer skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience as a Shipping Loader Operator is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials and deliveries.
• Process shipping documentation and fulfill orders according to timelines.
• Understand various Pipe and Electrical Fittings SKU’s.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team Oriented

Flexible

Education

Alberta Driver’s License

Forklift certification

Job description

SUMMARY

We are seeking enthusiastic Shipper / Receiver to join the Shipping Team. This position will be responsible to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas. This is a temporary seasonal position, from June 1st, 2025 to approximately end of summer 2025 with possible extension.

We are also seeking applicants who understand that employees make key contributions to developing a pro-safe work environment.

BENEFITS

• $22.00 per hour
• Company provided: PPE, coveralls and rain gear

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Follow all safety rules.
• Ability to process all relevant Shipping documentation and to fulfill customers orders according to timelines/deadlines provided.
• Gain a good understanding of various Pipe and Electrical Fittings SKU’s with regard to the yard/warehouse locations.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

* Experience as a Shipping Loader Operator, or equivalent, and has
demonstrated a good working knowledge of safe and efficient truck-loading
procedures is an asset.

• Basic knowledge of computers skills.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 Ibs
• Demonstrated a good working knowledge of safe and efficient truck-loading procedures is an asset.
• Must have the ability to work staggered shift schedule.
• Must be able to read and communicate fluently in English language.
• Must have basic math skills
• Maintain a valid Alberta Driver’s License and appropriate forklift certification.
• Must have strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

COMPETENCIES/ABILITIES

• Safety Centered
• Ability to follow instructions as directed by Supervisor
• Results Driven
• Team Oriented
• Positive Attitude
• Willingness to learn
• Communicate in a professional manner
• Organized
• Attention to detail and focus on the task at hand is extremely important.
• Flexible and adaptable to change