Warehouse Associate

Shoppers Drug Mart; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health and wellness is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for efficiently managing the picking, packing, and shipping of customer orders while adhering to strict guidelines. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a company that values collaboration, inclusivity, and community support. You'll work in a clean and organized warehouse environment, ensuring that all operations run smoothly. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Purchase discount program

Competitive pay

Online learning through Academy

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 45lbs and work various shifts.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently pick, check, pack, and ship customer orders.
• Conduct inventory checks and quality assurance.

Skills

Teamwork

Coordination

Organization

Planning

Time Management

Reporting Skills

Inventory Control

Documentation Skills

Equipment Maintenance

Data Entry Skills

Dependability

Education

High School diploma

Tools

RF Scanner

Inventory and logistics software

Job description

Location:

1685 Tech Ave, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 0A7

At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.
With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work. We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

Basic Function

The Associate, Warehouse is responsible for the efficient picking, checking, packing, receiving and shipping customer orders while strictly following GMP guidelines and the Standard Operating Procedures.

Nature and Scope

Under the supervision of the Supervisor, Supply Chain and Distribution, the Associate receives, picks, checks, stages and ships drugs, medical supplies and patient materials following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The warehouse associate is responsible to perform other duties such as general housekeeping, inventory checks and quality assurance checks. The work is performed according to set practices and procedures and is of a routine nature.

What you will do

Receiving

• Welcome delivery trucks
• Receive and unload incoming products and compare information on packing slips with purchase orders to verify accuracy of shipment
• Sort, count, package, label, and unpack inventory that is received
• Inspect shipments for damages, loss, or defects, and notify team lead of findings
• Responsible for accurately receiving, reporting, and distributing purchased items
• Replenish shelves in the warehouse
• Operate pallet jack and/or reach truck in loading and unloading materials

Material Handling

• Read Pick worksheets and verify the materials
• Verify all product numbers, lot number and expiry dates
• Conduct weekly inventory counts
• Use of an RF Scanner
• Enter data in inventory and logistics software programs
• Identify damaged, lost or missing merchandise and notify team lead immediately
• Adjust work orders as required when the material is short, according to the work order
• Box, wrap and pack merchandise in accordance with relevant procedures and standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat; complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Shipping

• Prepares orders by processing requests and supply orders; pulling materials; packing boxes; placing orders in delivery area
• Enter data in inventory and logistics software programs
• Package and ship in accordance with SOP, packaging guidelines and accepted methods/practices
• Replenish packaging materials in the warehouse, fridge and freezer

What you will need

• Teamwork, Coordination, Organization, Planning, Time Management, Reporting Skills, Inventory Control, Documentation Skills, Equipment Maintenance, Data Entry Skills, Dependability
• High School diploma
• Ability to lift up to 45lbs
• Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• 95% of the work is done while in a standing position. Concurrently, 75% of this time is spent bending, reaching, climbing, pulling, pushing and lifting objects up to 45lbs, buddy system thereafter.
• The physical environment is a clean, quiet warehouse area.
• The job has a routine work pace with an enhanced degree of pressure.
• Ability to work various shifts Sunday-Friday, depending on business needs

Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?

Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand. Benefit from a purchase discount program, competitive pay and online learning through Academy.

Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed:

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.

Employment Type:

Full time

Type of Role:

Regular

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

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