Warehouse Associate (12-Month Contract)

Medline; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare solutions provider in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is seeking a Warehouse Associate. The role involves coordinating warehouse activities, picking and packing orders, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have at least 1 year of warehouse experience, a High School Diploma, and be able to work a Monday to Friday shift from 6 AM to 2:30 PM. Join us in improving lives across Canada!

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Career growth and training programs

Employee referral program

Annual Employee Appreciation Week

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of recent distribution or warehouse experience.
• Experience using RF scanner or manual picking preferred.
• Strong Asset: Required to operate material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities surrounding warehouse operations.
• Unpack, inspect, sort and put stock away in appropriate locations.
• Pick customer orders for shipment and ensure accuracy.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Excellent work ethic

Ability to lift heavy objects

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF scanner

SAP

Material handling equipment

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Regional Warehouse Supervisor, we are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Associate to join our distribution centre in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. As a Warehouse Associate, you will be responsible for coordinating the activities surrounding the warehouse operations.

Shift : Monday to Friday, 6 : 00 AM to 2 : 30 PM

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates activities surrounding the warehouse operations
• Unpack, inspect, sort and put stock away in appropriate locations
• Ensure pallets and shelving units are in good working conditions
• Pick customer orders for shipment and ensure accuracy by picking the correct number and type of product.
• Pick and pack orders in an accurate and efficient manner
• Organize stock and maintain inventories
• Perform daily inspection of forklift prior to use
• Maintain safety compliance when operating material handling equipment
• Report any unsafe work conditions that may occur
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 1 year of recent distribution or warehouse experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience using RF scanner or manual picking preferred but not required
• Strong Asset : Required to operate material handling equipment - licensed with any one of the following forklifts :
• Counter Balance, Raymond Reach, Order (Cherry) Picker, or Dock Stocker (Reach experience preferred)
• Excellent work ethic and a positive attitude
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work as part of a team with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills both oral and written
• Ability to lift heavy objects to 50 LBS
• SAP background preferred but not required
• Intermediate knowledge of computer applications

VALUE PROPOSITION

As a leading partner in healthcare, Medline Canada's sole purpose is Together Improving Lives – this means being deeply committed to the health and well-being of our customers, employees, partners and our communities. We employ a diverse group of top talent focused on growing and making a difference in the lives of Canadians, coast-to-coast.

• Collaborative work environment with highly engaged employees
• Annual Employee Appreciation Week
• Career growth and training programs
• Open communication with Senior Leaders
• Employee referral program
• Recognition programs
• Social activities
• And much more…

ABOUT MEDLINE CANADA

Medline Canada stands at the forefront of healthcare, providing expertise and a breadth of solutions for every care setting. With 550+ employees, including 100 dedicated sales and clinical professionals and eight distribution centres located coast-to-coast, Medline Canada is proud to serve the entire continuum of care.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVITY

Medline Canada is committed to diversity and inclusivity and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons / persons of colour and those who identify as women, persons with disabilities and LGBTQ+ persons.

ACCESSIBILITY

Medline Canada is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We endeavor to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact HRC.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Medline Canada, Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer