Temporary - Loader Operator

Westlake Pipe & Fittings; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Pipe & Fittings in Abbotsford, BC is hiring a Shipping Loader Operator. The role involves moving stock, loading/unloading trucks, and ensuring loads are safe. You will use RF scanners and operate forklifts as needed.

The schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day, with an hourly rate of $25.58. The ideal candidate is safety minded, fluent in English, detail oriented, and reliable in attendance. Experience with shipping, warehousing, and paperwork is valued, and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Fluent in English – speaking, reading and writing.
• Safety centered and detail oriented.
• Must be in good standing for attendance and performance.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working under pressure.
• Experience with shipping/loading and forklift operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Move stock between plant and shipping yard.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Communicate with truck drivers and ensure loads are safe.
• Complete receiving paperwork.
• Housekeeping and restocking stock.
• Pick and pack orders using RF scanner.
• Complete all orders including piecework.
• Follow safety rules and complete required training.
• Perform tasks assigned by Supervisor or Lead Hand.

Skills

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

English communication

Team orientation

Lift up to 50 lbs

RF scanner

Forklift operation

Documentation skills

Attendance reliability

Tools

RF scanner

DSI scanner

Job description

• This position is Monday to Friday 8 hours/day
• Hourly Rate = $25.58

Duties And Responsibilities

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

• Moving stock between plant and the shipping yard
• Loading and offloading trucks
• Communicating with truck drivers and making sure all loads are loaded safely
• Completing receiving paperwork
• Housekeeping and restocking the stock
• Picking and packing the orders by using DSI scanner
• Completing all orders including piecework
• Completing any tasks requested by Supervisor or Lead Hand
• Following all safety rules
• Completing all required training

Competencies/Abilities Required

• Safety centered
• Fluent in English – speaking, reading and writing
• Strong attention to details, organized and being focused on the task at hand is extremely important
• Must be an employee in good standing for attendance and performance
• Communicate in a professional manner and have strong communication skills
• Positive attitude, team oriented and willingness to learn
• Ability to work safely and efficiently under pressure
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Ability to pick and pack the orders
• Ability to use RF scanner and complete all orders by using RF scanners
• Ability to operate all forklift sizes in the shipping department
• Ability to complete all receiving documents
• Forklift certified and maintain a valid BC driver’s license
• Experience as a Shipping Loader Operator at Westlake Pipe & Fittings or equivalent
• Demonstrating a good working knowledge of safe and efficient truck-loading procedures is an asset
• Good knowledge of various pipe and fittings SKUs with regard to the yard/warehouse locations is an asset
• Must have the ability to work staggered shift schedule as per Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Basic knowledge of computer skills
• Ability to follow instructions as directed by Supervisor
• Results Driven
• The ability to work under all weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

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.

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