Warehouse Associate

Toronto Foundation for Student Success; Toronto; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Toronto Foundation for Student Success (TFSS) is seeking a dependable Warehouse Associate/Driver to support our Food and Logistics team in Toronto. The role covers day-to-day warehouse operations, inventory control, and occasional driving to fulfill deliveries.

The position requires a valid G class license, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a commitment to safe work practices. A forklift certification is preferred, and flexibility to serve as backup driver is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid G Class driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• Experience in warehouse/logistics/shipping and receiving is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, store, pick, pack, and stage inventory to support daily warehouse and delivery operations.
• Inspect shipments for quantity, quality, damage, expiry dates, temperature requirements; report discrepancies.
• Load/unload delivery vehicles; operate warehouse equipment safely as trained.
• Assist with inventory control activities, cycle counts, stock replenishment, and documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe warehouse environment.
• Provide delivery coverage and complete pre-trip/post-trip inspections.
• Follow health and safety policies and wear PPE.
• Complete basic administrative tasks and maintain warehouse records.
• Assist with other warehouse tasks as required.

Skills

G Class license

Physically fit

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Forklift experience

Job description

Why Work for Toronto Foundation for Student Success (TFSS):

Toronto Foundation for Student Success (TFSS) helps mitigate poverty issues that prevent children from thriving at school. We work with school communities, partners, governments, donors, and other organizations to provide safe and inclusive programs that support students in underserved communities. We believe that if we improve the health and well-being of our children, they will do better in school. And, if they do better in school, they will have a better future. TFSS is recognized by Charity Intelligence Canada as one of the Top 5 Impact Toronto Charities, a Top 10 Impact Canadian Youth Charity, and among the Top 100 Highest Rated Canadian Charities. You will be part of a thriving organization that truly makes a direct, positive impact on the lives of children and youth across Toronto.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a dependable Warehouse Associate/Driver to join our Food and Logistics team. The Warehouse Associate is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the warehouse, ensuring inventory is received, stored, picked, packed, and shipped accurately and efficiently. The Warehouse Associate also serves as a backup driver when required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive, inspect, store, pick, pack, and stage inventory accurately to support daily warehouse and delivery operations.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing shipments for quantity, quality, damage, expiry dates, temperature requirements, and compliance with receiving documentation and promptly report discrepancies.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles using safe material handling practices and operate warehouse equipment safely, as trained.
• Assist with inventory control activities, including cycle counts, physical inventory counts, stock replenishment, inventory adjustments, and discrepancy investigations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse that supports efficient operations.
• Provide delivery coverage as required by operating company vehicles, completing deliveries and pickups, and conducting pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Follow all health and safety policies, safe work procedures, food safety requirements, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Complete basic administrative tasks, including data entry, inventory updates, and maintaining accurate warehouse records and documentation.
• Assist with other tasks and warehouse projects as required.

Delivery Operations:

• Provide backup driving coverage when the assigned driver is absent or additional delivery support is required.
• Safely operate company panel vans and G-class straight trucks while following assigned routes, schedules, traffic laws, and company procedures.
• Verify orders against delivery manifests, obtain proof of delivery, and promptly report shortages, damages, delays, or delivery issues.
• Complete required vehicle inspections and assist with loading and unloading products while following food safety, health and safety, and safe material-handling requirements.

Education, Skills and Requirements

• Previous experience in warehouse, logistics, shipping and receiving, inventory control, or material handling is preferred.
• Some experience with commercial driving operating a straight truck is preferred.
• Valid G Class driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate warehouse equipment, including Raymond Reach Fork Truck, Walker Rider Pallet Jack and other material handling equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate inventory and warehouse records.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and a commitment to safe work practices.

Pay:

$24.00 per hour, with a $3.00 per hour premium when assigned to operate a straight truck.

Please note that as a condition of employment, the successful applicant must complete a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check and provide a clean driver’s abstract.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

TFSS is committed to a policy of access and equity in its hiring practices. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted. To learn more about who we are and what we do, please visit our website at www.tfss.ca.