Warehouse Associate

We are seeking a detail-oriented and efficient Warehouse Associate to join our team in Nanaimo, Canada. As a Warehouse Associate, you will play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations within our warehouse facility, contributing to our commitment to exceptional customer service and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Pick, pack, and ship customer orders with accuracy and efficiency
• Receive, count, and verify incoming vendor materials and customer returns
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts and other material handling equipment
• Maintain accurate inventory records and report any discrepancies
• Ensure proper storage and organization of materials within the warehouse
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily operational goals and deadlines
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment
• Perform quality checks on outgoing shipments to ensure customer satisfaction
• Operate warehouse management software for inventory tracking and order processing
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies
• Assist with customer service at the counter as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in material handling or warehouse operations
• Proficiency in operating forklifts and other material handling equipment
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Physical stamina to lift heavy objects and stand for extended periods
• Basic computer skills for data entry and inventory management
• Ability to learn and operate warehouse management software systems
• Intermediate math skills for inventory calculations and measurements
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work schedules
• Customer-focused mindset with strong communication skills
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment

Additional Information

Salary Range $45,000 - $50,000

Why Join Our Team?

EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry. We have endless opportunities for you to grow and develop in your career and a culture that prides itself in supporting you every step of the way!

In addition, we will offer you:

• Great mentors and on-the-job training
• Growth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharing
• A career with a solid, stable company with strong core values
• Participation in our pension plan with employer contributions
• Work-life balance and flex time

EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.