Warehouse Associate

Valiant Distribution Inc; Regina; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company located in Canada is seeking a Warehouse Associate to manage stock and orders efficiently. The role involves receiving, processing, and shipping materials, as well as maintaining inventory and ensuring workspace safety. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of warehouse experience, the ability to lift 50 lbs, and excellent communication skills. This position demands teamwork and attention to detail, with opportunities for overtime and a range of manual duties.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience as a warehouse worker role preferred.
• Ability to perform repetitive heavy lifting at least 50 lbs.
• Must have steel‑toed boots.

Responsibilities

• Assist and prepare materials for receiving and unloading trucks.
• Match incoming and outgoing product with purchase orders.
• Inspect product to ensure good condition.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Process all required paperwork for reporting and tracking.

Skills

Customer Focus

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Job description

Warehouse Associate

The Warehouse Associate will perform an array of functions that may include receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, or managing, organizing, and retrieving stock in the warehouse. The Warehouse Associate must understand the impact of this position on other business functions that depend on the accuracy and efficiency of warehouse operations. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Communication
• Energy and Stress
• Teamwork
• Quality Orientation
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Operating Equipment
• Ethics and Integrity

Job Duties

• Assist and prepare materials for receiving unloading trucks and checking in merchandise.
• Match incoming and outgoing product with purchase orders.
• Verify shipping products expiration codes.
• Inspect product to ensure good condition.
• Operate Pallet Jack in a safe manner to move product that must be received or shipped out.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area and workstations neat, sweep, dust, and mop. Organized warehouse and work area for orderliness always.
• May be required to assist with scheduling freight appointments.
• May lift cases of product and/or stock merchandise according to documented procedures.
• Process all required paperwork and maintain adequate records for reporting and tracking of shipped products.
• Create a daily shipment schedule.
• Track shipments and verify receipts of shipments as required.
• Maintain inventory controls by collecting stock location orders, amounts of materials or items received or distributed through a computer. May also assist in counting of physical inventory.
• Sort and place materials or items on rack, shelves or in bins according to organizational standards.
• Perform quality audits of the condition of goods for outgoing items prior to signing off.
• Report discrepancies to immediate supervisor.
• Follow current standards and procedures.
• Ensure that shipments contain proper documentation and if there are multiple items per shipment, ensure item lists are complete.
• Problem‑solve for any cases of missing documents, shipments, and deliveries.
• Maintain organized work area according to policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Make deliveries with a company vehicle as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2-3 years’ experience as a warehouse worker role preferred.
• Ability to perform repetitive heavy lifting at least 50 lbs.
• Able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to weigh and measure items.
• Working knowledge of safe lifting methods.
• Must have steel‑toed boots.
• Able to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently.
• Computer literacy, including working skills of Excel and e‑mail.
• Attention to detail in all areas of work.
• Good organizational, time management, and prioritizing skills.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

Working Conditions

• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• Overtime as required.
• Lifting or moving up to 50 lbs. may be required.
• Work is performed in a combination of environments.