Warehouse Associate

AWI; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A water treatment solutions provider in Calgary is looking for a Warehouse Associate. Responsibilities include shipping and receiving materials, operating a forklift, and ensuring warehouse organization. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of warehouse experience and a Class 5 driver's license. This role offers a competitive benefits package after probation including health insurance and RRSP contributions.

Benefits

Health insurance

Health care spending account

RRSP matching contribution plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a warehouse environment, including forklift operation.
• Experience in logistics/supply chain management is an asset.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for shipping, receiving and storage of materials.
• Operate forklift while following proper safety procedures.
• Process inbound and outbound shipments.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse management

Logistics/supply chain management

Communication skills

Customer service focus

Education

Alberta driver's license (Class 5)

Job description

Overview

The Company: At Anthratech Western Inc. (AWI) provides water treatment solutions for industrial and municipal water and wastewater treatment plants in Canada, the United States and select international markets. AWI is privately owned, with our head office and research and development facility located in Calgary, Alberta.

Position

Warehouse Associate

Responsibilities

AWI's Warehouse Associate is responsible for shipping, receiving and storage of materials and equipment, as well as general support to various departments.

• Operating forklift while following proper safety procedures
• Processing inbound and outbound shipments, including assigning batch numbers, picking orders, calling carriers and completing shipping paperwork
• Monitoring shipping/receiving schedule and communicating internal status updates
• Repackaging filter media into smaller bags (lifting up to 55 lbs.), when required
• Daily upkeep/housekeeping of warehouse and yard, including organizing and optimizing material and equipment storage
• Tracking and coordinating equipment maintenance requirements, including forklifts and shop trucks
• Completing basic building maintenance (e.g. changing light bulbs)
• Providing support to other departments, including assistance during research and development, testing of AWI equipment, packing trade show displays, etc.
• Supporting coworkers through collaboration, cross training and information sharing

Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a warehouse environment, including forklift operation
• Experience in logistics/supply chain management an asset
• A valid Alberta driver's license (Class 5) with clean driver's abstract

Personal and Professional Skills

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and respond to changing priorities
• Customer service focus with the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Physical strength (ability to lift 55 lbs.) and stamina
• Mechanically inclined

Other

Candidates considered for this position must pass AWI's background check and screening process. Due to AWI's safety-sensitive workplace, drug and alcohol screening is required prior to hiring. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No telephone, walk-in or agency inquiries.

To Apply

We ask that you complete the screening questions to assist us in evaluating your application. No cover letter is required.

Benefits

Compensation will take into account background, range of skills, knowledge, education and experience the selected individual brings to the position. Following the probationary period, this position is eligible for the comprehensive employee health insurance program and health care spending account. After one year of service, AWI employees may be eligible for the AWI RRSP matching contribution plan.