Tank Farm Operator - Downsview, ON

Univar Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 3,733,000 - 4,519,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Job summary

Univar Solutions is seeking a warehouse associate at our North York location to load and unload vehicles, mix and repackage products, and prepare shipments. The role requires operating a propane counterbalance forklift and maintaining respiratory protection equipment per safety procedures.

Candidates should have a high-school diploma and at least three years of warehouse experience. The job offers a stable wage, union benefits under the applicable CBA, and opportunities for career growth within

Qualifications

• Completion of a high-school diploma is required.
• Three (3) years’ related warehouse experience.
• Must have the ability to operate a propane counterbalance forklift according to company procedures.
• Must have the ability to use and maintain respiratory protection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload company trucks, common carriers and customer vehicles using forklift and other required equipment.
• Mixing and repackaging product.
• Fills pails, drums and totes.
• Monitors and maintains tankfarm inventory levels.
• Assists with shipping and receiving.
• Inventory movement or duties as assigned by the Warehouse Supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Warehouse operations

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Respiratory protection equipment

Job description

A Place Where People Matter. Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you. Load and unload company trucks, common carriers and customer vehicles using forklift and other required equipment. Ship and receive products according to company’s procedures and requirements.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Mixing and repackaging product.
• Fills pails, drums and totes.
• Loads and unloads tank trucks/railcars.
• Blends solvents and alcohols.
• Prepares containers for filling.
• Monitors and maintains tankfarm inventory levels.
• Container preparation.
• Other duties that may be assigned by Supervisor.
• Filling product orders and preparing special blends.
• Cleaning and maintaining warehouse and equipment.
• Assists with shipping and receiving.
• Liquid transfer of bulk product.
• Inventory movement or duties as assigned by the Warehouse Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Physical ability to lift and carry at least 100 pounds.
• Physical ability to tilt back or break 800 lb. net drums onto a dolly.
• Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Test negative on the company’s drug tests.
• Exposure to fumes, dirt, noise and hazardous chemicals daily. May require safety equipment and/or precautions.
• Work requires moderate physical exertion, visual concentration, manual dexterity and/or strain.
• Exposure to some undesirable or unpleasant environmental characteristics. Physical environment is not unsafe and there is a minimal health risk
• Work pressures and disturbances in workflow and schedules are expected and occur intermittently. The job is characterized by a moderate amount of interpersonal conflict, frustrating working conditions, sacrifice required and/or other stressful job demands.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Completion of a high-school diploma is required
• Three (3) years’ related warehouse experience.
• Must have the ability to operate a propane counterbalance forklift according to company procedures.
• Must have the ability to use and maintain respiratory protection equipment

WHERE YOU’LL WORK:

• 777 Supertest Rd, North York, ON M3J 2M9

Pay and benefits:

The starting base wage for this position is $26.85 per hour during probationary period and increases to $32.60 thereafter. The specific wage offered to a candidate is established by the classification within the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) under which the position is covered.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company.
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews; union benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA
• Competitive pay and benefits

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!
We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!
We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].