warehouse associate

Government of Canada; Oakville; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a diligent individual to join their team in Oakville. This role involves maintaining a clean and organized warehouse, managing inventory, and ensuring efficient shipping and receiving processes. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a keen attention to detail, as they will be responsible for cataloguing items and maintaining accurate records. The position requires physical stamina and the ability to handle materials safely. Join this dynamic team and contribute to a well-organized work environment that values dependability and efficiency.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Experience in material handling and shipping/receiving.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain office and warehouse areas.
• Receive, unpack, and sort incoming supplies and materials.
• Maintain records on inventory control system.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Dependability

Organized

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Inventory control software

MS Office

Pallet lifters

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Warehouse

Responsibilities Tasks

• Clean and maintain office, supply area or warehouse
• Identify, label and catalogue items received
• Maintain records on inventory control system
• Receive, unpack and sort incoming parts, supplies and materials
• Store items in warehouse, tool room or supply area
• Affix identifying information and shipping instructions on shipments

Experience and specialization Type of product

• Industrial supplies

Computer and technology knowledge

• Inventory control software
• MS Office
• Internet

Equipment and machinery experience

• Pallet lifters

Area of work experience

• Material handling

Area of specialization

• Shipping and receiving

Additional information Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Punctuality

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available