Warehouse Associate

Vallen Distribution, Inc; Terrace; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Vallen Distribution, Inc is hiring a Warehouse Associate in Terrace, BC. You will be responsible for general warehouse tasks including order picking, packing, shipping paperwork, inventory assistance and safe operation of equipment.

The role requires basic math, good communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while adhering to WHMIS and OH&S policies. A Class 5 license is an asset; forklift experience is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Read, write and communicate effectively.
• Operate computer and company software.
• Perform simple arithmetic and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• 1 year of warehouse or shipping/receiving experience preferred but not required.
• Valid Class 5 Operator's License would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• May drive a truck and make deliveries or pick-ups from suppliers.
• Operates lift truck or forklift for picking and storage of merchandise.
• Assist in annual inventory; write receiving/shipping reports; file documentation.
• Pack orders, label, weigh cartons, and prepare shipping forms.
• Follow safety regulations and wear required safety attire at all times.
• Maintain housekeeping and report hazards or equipment malfunctions.
• Follow ISO procedures for pick-pack-ship, receiving and verification processes.
• May handle walk-in customers for order pickups.

Skills

Communication

Arithmetic

Computer literacy

Safety awareness

Education

Class 5 license (driver)

Tools

Forklift operation

WHMIS knowledge

Job description

An exciting opportunity has become available to join our team as a Warehouse Associate. You would be responsible for providing general warehouse assistance in accordance with the position requirements and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• May occasionally drive a truck and make deliveries or pick-up merchandise from suppliers.
• Operates a lift truck or a fork truck in picking orders or in storing of merchandise.
• Assists in the annual inventory; may write up receiving or shipping reports; may file documentation.
• Pack orders, write labels, weigh cartons and prepare Loomis and other shipping forms.
• Reports damaged merchandise to supervisor.
• Observes safety regulations and wears required safety attire at all times.
• Maintains good housekeeping and reports any dangerous situations or malfunction of equipment, reports fire and safety hazards to their supervisor.
• Follows ISO procedures for Pick-pack-ship and Receiving process, and Verification process.
• May handle walk-in customers for order pickups etc.
• Read, understand, and follow Vallen's health, safety, and environment policies and all applicable OH&S legislation/regulations.
• Actively participate in Vallen's health and safety management system, including training, audits, assessments, safety meetings, and inspections.
• Identify, control, and report workplace hazards including following WHMIS/TDG requirements and reporting near misses.
• Report workplace injuries immediately and participate in any return-to-work programs or requirements.
• Be fit for duty and physically capable of performing all required tasks.

Requirements

Education and Training:

• Knowledge of TGD and WHMIS is an asset, however training will be provided.
• Valid Class 5 Operator's License would be an asset.
• Ability to:
• operate all equipment and vehicles safely.
• read, write and communicate effectively.
• operate computer and company software.
• perform simple arithmetic.
• The ability to meet deadlines and prioritize workload in a very fast paced environment.
• 1 year of previous warehouse or shipping/receiving experience is preferred but not required.
• Standing, walking, lifting (lifting could go up to 50 lbs).

Additional Locations

Terrace , British Columbia , Canada