Warehouse Assistant

健污; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable practices is seeking a Fulfillment Specialist to join their Kelowna team. This role involves ensuring timely and effective shipment of products while thriving in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, community-minded, and passionate about sustainability.

Benefits

Generous wellness and vacation days

Comprehensive medical, dental, and paramedical insurance coverage

Paid volunteer hours

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Experience driving forklifts and loading trailers preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and stand for an 8-hour shift.

Responsibilities

• Pick, process, and ship orders accurately and quickly.
• Maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness.
• Assist with monthly inventory counts.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Physical Stamina

Tools

Google Suite

ShipStation

Job description

Wanted: Fulfillment Specialist- Warehouse Assistant

Does the sound of a tape gun, the rhythm of a label printer, and the satisfaction of shipping something meaningful make your day? If you find joy in moving fast, solving problems, and being part of something greener, we want you on our team.

You:

• Appreciate a good debate even with your boss
• Thrive in fast-paced change; take decisive action, and run with great ideas—even if they're not yours
• Solutions-focused; figure out how to fix it instead of who is to blame
• Driven by curiosity; always learning, growing, and embracing discomfort for progress.
• Bring high energy to all your interactions
• Community-minded and driven to make an impact
  
  

We:

• Act with Impact; we work to protect and restore the environment while making sustainability cool.
• Encourage testing, learning, and growing—we love data-backed, creative decisions.
• Value intelligence, resourcefulness, and innovative thinking over rigid experience requirements.
• Embrace smart risk-taking; we move fast, take action, and aren't afraid to fail forward.
• Believe that accountability drives success, so foster empowerment not entitlement
  
  

Our Core Values:

• Commit to a culture that builds a strong COMMUNITY
• Foster CREATIVITY to inspire fresh innovation
• Embrace COURAGE by taking action despite uncertainty
• Live with Awareness and CONSCIOUSNESS of our choices
  
  

The Opportunity: The mission of the Fulfillment Specialist is to assist and ensure all outbound shipments are completed in a timely, cost-effective manner. Working from our Kelowna facility, you will be an integral part of a warehouse team that is responsible for the fulfillment of our highly anticipated Lomi in-home composter going directly to customers and business partners.

In this position, you will be proficient in shipping, order packing, and warehousing practices while being a self-starter who thrives in an environment of continuous improvement and problem-solving. Teamwork and adaptability will be critical to your success. Working in a fast-paced environment and delivering on promises nurtures your soul. The hours of work will be 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting wage: $21 per hour
• Generous wellness and vacation days, as well as company 'gift days' for permanent employees
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and paramedical insurance coverage
• Paid volunteer hours for every team member: 8 hours per quarter
• Taxable annual employer contribution for lifestyle spending
• 100% match of GRSP contributions each pay period up to a maximum of 4% of salary
• Opportunities for growth and development with a $2500 allocation towards Learning & Development for full-time employees.
  
  

The Responsibilities:

• Pick, process, and ship orders accurately, quickly according to Pela's standards
• Assemble product packaging, prepare orders & labels for shipping
• Receive incoming supplies and supplies
• Sort and organize stock in the warehouse
• Organize and prep daily shipments with each carrier
• Maintain warehouse, including putting away stock, sweeping, organizing supplies, and garbage disposal
• Assist in monthly inventory counts on finished goods and packing materials
• Assemble packaging for retail preparation
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace
• Assist others as necessary
• Ensure safe operation of all equipment, and follow all protocols for warehouse safety
  
  

Qualifications & Skills:

• Ability to learn procedures and add efficiency to processes
• Works well independently, a self-starter
• Experience driving forklifts and loading trailers
• Knowledge of Google Suite and ShipStation is preferred
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with frequently changing dynamics
• Committed to quality, safety, and communication
• Strong attention to detail and pride of workmanship
• A team player who wants to participate in green business practices and promote a sustainable future
• Ability to frequently lift 40 lbs and stand for an 8-hour shift.
  
  

Commitment to Diversity:

Lomi & Pela are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We value unique perspectives and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.