Warehouse Assistant (Temporary in Mississauga, ON)

Habitat for Humanity Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charitable organization is seeking a dedicated individual for warehouse operations in Toronto. Responsibilities include managing inventory, assisting with shipping and receiving, and providing excellent service to volunteers. Ideal candidates will have warehouse experience, knowledge of inventory software, and the ability to operate a forklift. This role offers the chance to contribute to meaningful community work while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace culture

Subsidized fitness program

Holiday office closure

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience in a warehouse or logistics role.
• Ability to operate warehouse vehicles and equipment safely.
• Valid driver's license required; valid forklift license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with shipping and receiving operations.
• Maintain inventory controls through weekly physical counts.
• Sort and organize incoming donations per standards.
• Operate and maintain warehouse vehicles and equipment.
• Prepare orders for pick-up/delivery.

Skills

Warehouse logistics

Inventory management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ability to lift and move objects

Ability to lift and move objects

Education

High school diploma / equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Inventory software

Job description

About Habitat For Humanity Canada

Founded in 1985, Habitat for Humanity Canada is a national charitable organization working toward a world where everyone has a decent and affordable place to call home. Habitat for Humanity Canada brings communities together to help families build strength, stability, and independence through affordable homeownership. With the help of volunteers, Habitat homeowners, and 45 local Habitats working in every province and territory, we provide a solid foundation for better, healthier lives in Canada and around the world. Habitat for Humanity Canada is a member of Habitat for Humanity International, which was established in 1976 and has grown to become a leading global nonprofit working in more than 70 countries. For more information, please visit www.habitat.ca.

We deeply value our culture and colleagues, and we have collaboratively created the following vision statement: “We foster and build equity through affordable housing by fully integrating diversity and inclusion into everything we do. Every individual involved with Habitat feels safe and encouraged to bring their whole selves to our mission, and they know they are valued, heard, and respected.”

The Opportunity

As a social enterprise operated by Habitat for Humanity, ReStore is a significant driver of revenue for affiliates nationally, which is directly tied to their ability to build strength, stability, and independence through affordable housing.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong background in warehouse and logistics as well as experience working in a fast-paced workplace. You will enjoy a "for purpose" career in a great company culture, the pride of working with a world-renowned charity, and the gratification of giving back and helping families access safe, decent and affordable homeownership.

Your Impact

As a valued member of our team, you will help advance our strategy to significantly increase the number of families obtaining and maintaining affordable housing through in facing role.

• Work with Warehouse Production Manager in shipping and receiving, unloading/loading trucks and checking in new donations
• Sort and place new donations on skids, shelves or in boxes according to organizational standards
• Maintains inventory controls by weekly physical counts, recording amounts of donations received or distributed through a computer.
• Maintaining organization with regards to incoming and outgoing products
• Operate and maintain warehouse vehicles and equipment
• Assist ReStore Product & Logistics Coordinator services in maintaining Habitat Canada’s ecommerce website, Shopify, which includes uploading new donations; updating inventory; creating, editing, merging orders
• Prepare orders by processing requests and Shopify orders; pulling materials; packing skids; labelling; placing orders in pick-up/delivery area
• Assisting affiliates with product information, questions regarding ordering and shipping procedures
• Provide great customer to all ReStore staff and volunteers that pick up/drop off product at the Habitat for Humanity Canada’s Distribution Centre
• Communicate and cooperate with supervisors, coworkers and volunteers to help maintain a positive work and volunteer environment
• Maintain safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat; sweep, dust and mop. Organize warehouse and work area for orderliness at all times
• Wear the proper safety equipment
• Supervise any co-op students and volunteers, as needed, and report any concerns

Qualifications & Competencies

• One to three years’ relevant work experience in a related role.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
• Proficiency in inventory software, databases and systems
• Inventory, equipment maintenance, data entry and computer skills will be required
• Ability to lift and/or move objects 10-50lbs occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 lbs with help of others
• Valid forklift license an asset
• Valid driver’s license

Physical Demands and Abilities

• Ability to lift and move objects weighing 10-50 lbs. on a regular basis, and up to 100 lbs. on occasion, with another team member.
• Frequent standing, walking, and occasional forklift operation.
• Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance
• Ability to work in warehouse conditions, including potentially dusty environments, and outdoors when required.
• Safety shoes are required, and the individual must be able to adapt to varying weather conditions as the warehouse doors are opened and closed.

Salary Range

Throughout your interview process, we will learn more about your skills and experience and determine your starting salary based on what you bring to the team.

The Benefits Of Working At Habitat Canada

• Our culture promotes inclusivity through the values of diversity, respect, and openness.
• Staff groups focusing on important topics such as workplace Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and Social and CARE Committees.
• Office closed during the holidays and half-days before a summer long weekend.
• Subsidized fitness program as well as a rewards program through Perkopolis.

If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please note that we will be reviewing and evaluating applications on an ongoing basis, and we encourage early submissions. We thank all applicants for applying; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview (no phone calls, please).

Habitat Canada’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism

Habitat Canada is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are dedicated to promoting a workplace that is diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, respectful, and equitable. We welcome and encourage all interested individuals to apply, especially those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions, and sexual orientations.

At Habitat Canada, we are committed to providing employment accommodation throughout the recruitment process and all aspects of employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. We recognize that individuals with disabilities may require reasonable accommodation during the selection process to be assessed fairly and equitably. If you are contacted for an interview or employment opportunity, please let us know in advance if you require accommodation. We aim to ensure a positive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates.

At Habitat Canada, we have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, coercion, sexual exploitation, or abuse in any form. All employment offers are contingent upon signing our code of conduct and satisfactory reference checks and may be subject to appropriate screening checks.