Warehouse Associate

EECOL Electric; Swift Current; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical distribution company is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join their team in Swift Current, Canada. This role includes participation in an 18-month trainee program focusing on essential warehouse tasks. The company offers competitive wages, flexible hours, and benefits including paid time off and comprehensive insurance. It's an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about learning and advancing within the organization.

Benefits

Paid time off

Comprehensive insurance

Educational assistance

Responsibilities

• Complete local safety orientation and training courses.
• Shadow experienced Warehouse Operations associates.
• Place received material into proper storage locations.
• Fill out log sheets for inbound overages.
• Pick, pack, weigh and ship product.
• Assist in packing, labeling, wrapping and loading trucks.
• Verify return policy guidelines.
• Pull stock and return to location.
• Cut and spool wire.
• Maintain counter stock and assist with customer service.
• Progressively receive training on operating forklifts.

Skills

Ability to follow direction

Ambition to learn

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Job description

Job Description

When you join EECOL, you become part of a global leader in business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain management solutions. The company offers competitive wages, flexible hours, excellent benefits, and a career you can be proud of. Opportunities exist to advance within the organization.

Why You’ll Love EECOL

• Permanent, full-time positions Monday through Friday. Weekends and evenings are for friends, family and fun.
• Enjoy regular salary reviews and incentive opportunities.
• Training is provided; the company promotes from within and offers educational assistance.
• A benefits package includes paid time off, comprehensive insurance, health & dental plans, disability, life insurance, vision care, a retirement savings plan (Pension, RRSP and TFSA).
• Perks such as discounts on travel, vehicles, entertainment, and shopping.

Program Overview

As a Warehouse Associate you will participate in a 18‑month trainee program focused on basic warehouse tasks including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, wire cutting, light assembly, and housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Complete local safety orientation and training courses.
• Shadow experienced Warehouse Operations associates on verification of supplier inbound, customer returns, branch returns, and entry of order receipts into computer and RF systems.
• Place received material, after segregating backorders, into proper storage locations.
• Fill out log sheets for inbound overages, shortages, damages or non‑compliant material.
• Use manual or RF processes to pick, pack, weigh and ship product.
• Assist in packing, labeling, wrapping and loading inbound/outbound trucks.
• Use system‑generated or manually prepared local delivery records and complete pick‑ticket blocks.
• Verify return policy guidelines before issuing credit for returned material.
• Pull stock and return to location pending credit memo, sale, or return to supplier.
• Cut and spool wire.
• Maintain counter stock and assist with customer service activities.
• Progressively receive training on operating a forklift and pallet jacks.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow direction.
• Ambition to learn.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Working Environment

Warehouse; moderate noise; well ventilated and well lit. Employees may be exposed to weather and may be required to wear protective clothing and operate heavy equipment under strict safety regulations.

Physical Expectations

• Work is physically strenuous; lift heavy packages up to 50 lbs.
• Excessive bending or stooping may be required.
• Walk long distances repeatedly throughout the day.
• Use hand tools.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary will vary based on geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or collective bargaining agreements. Compensation may include bonuses or sales incentive plans, equity, and other forms of compensation. Benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, vision coverage, and retirement savings plans.

About EECOL

EECOL Electric has served customers since 1919 across over 60 Canadian locations, offering solutions in automation, utility, lighting, and renewable energy. The company values respect, integrity, honesty, and a shared passion for delivering a positive experience.

Joining Our Team

We offer an inclusive workplace with continuous development opportunities and state‑of‑the‑art solutions.