Warehouse Associate (Ottawa

Sleep Country; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Annual performance bonus

Medical and dental benefits

Wellness credit up to $250/year

Associate discount program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sleep Country Canada is hiring a Warehouse Associate at our Gloucester, Ontario location. You will perform order picking, load delivery trucks, conduct inventory counts, and use RF scanners to log items in our WMS system.

You’ll also handle customer pickup orders and uphold safety standards while supporting the operations team to meet daily goals. The role requires a high school diploma, ability to lift up to 88 lbs, and flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Ability to think quickly and tackle problems.
• Experience with RF (Radio Frequency) Scanners.
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, order picker, walkie, reach truck).
• Experience working in a warehouse and familiarity with WMS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct customer product order picks and load delivery trucks.
• Complete inventory counts with Supervisor.
• Inspect inventory for defects or damages and document as required.
• Use RF Scanner to scan products into WMS.
• Complete customer pick-up orders and provide exceptional customer service.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and maintain a clean working environment.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as required.
• Work with the Operations team to exceed goals and expectations.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

RF Scanner

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

At Sleep Country Canada/Dormezvous? (SCC/DV), we are inspired every day through our purpose to transform lives by awakening Canadians to the power of sleep and our vision to champion sleep as the key to healthier and happier lives, helping everyone achieve better tomorrows through better tonight’s. Guided by our values – We CARE About People; We WIN Together; We DREAM Big and We DELIVER with Excellence – we are building on our 30-year foundation of taking care of each other and our customers’ sleep needs, with passion and commitment to be the best that we can be. We invest in our sleep ecosystem, innovative products, world-class customer experience, our communities and diverse best-in-class team to be Canada’s leading sleep partner. We’re looking for someone to join our exceptional team as we continue to advance the future of sleep wellness.

Job Description

In this role you will:

• Conduct customer product order picks and load delivery trucks
• Complete inventory counts with Supervisor
• Inspect inventory for defects or damages and document, as required
• Use RF (Radio Frequency) Scanner to scan products and items into WMS system
• Complete customer pick-up orders, as required, and provide exceptional customer service
• Adhere to all health and safety procedures and regulations and maintain a clean working environment
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, as required
• Work together as part of the Operations team to exceed goals and expectations

The Qualifications and Experience we like to see:

• High school diploma
• Physical ability to lift and move large items up to 88lbs (40kg)
• Ability to work a flexible shift which may include evenings and weekends
• Ability to think quickly and tackle problems
• Experience with RF (Radio Frequency) Scanners
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn how to operate material handling equipment (i.e.., forklift, pallet truck, order picker, walkie, reach truck, etc.)
• Experience working within a warehouse environment and knowledge of warehouse management systems are considered assets

Why members of our Operations team love working at Sleep Country Canada/Dormezvous?:

• Diverse and inclusive work environment
• Competitive hourly rates and annual performance bonus
• Full medical, dental benefits and a Deferred Profit-Sharing Program
• Annual Wellness Credit of up to $250.00 for any products/services that improve your health and well-being, i.e., health assessments, nutrition counselling, hiking shoes, a yoga outfit or fitness equipment
• Associate Discount Program where you will be able to enjoy some of the world’s best sleep products
• Maternity/Parental leave top up benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement Program that covers professional AND personal development
• Yearly safety footwear and/or uniform allowance
• A focus on training and development
• Long service awards, celebrations and other social events
• Associate Referral Program
• Paid day off to volunteer at your local charity of choice

Additional information

This is a current open position. The starting hourly rate is $21.50. Rate is based on market location.

Our recruitment process incorporates various screening technologies, which may include AI, to screen for employability or suitability. Human recruiters review all applications.

Inclusion & Belonging

We are committed to building a company culture of inclusion and diversity where differences are embraced and valued, this allows us to better understand and meet the needs of our customers and the communities we serve. We want to ensure every job applicant is treated fairly and with respect regarding race, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Upon request, accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process.

ABOUT SLEEP COUNTRY

Sleep Country is Canada’s leading specialty sleep retailer with a purpose to transform lives by awakening Canadians to the power of sleep. Sleep Country Canada operates under the retailer banners; Sleep Country, Dormezvous, the rest, Endy, Hush, Silk & Snow and Casper Canada. The Company has omnichannel and ecommerce operations including over 300 corporate-owned stores and 18 distribution centers warehouses across Canada. Recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures in 2023 by Waterstone Human Capital, Sleep Country is committed to building a company culture of inclusion and diversity where differences are embraced and valued. The Company actively invests in its sleep ecosystem, innovative products, world-class customer experience, communities and its people. For more information about Sleep Country, please visit www.sleepcountry.ca.

Job Info

• Job Identification 989
• Job Category Logistics
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1101 Polytek St, Gloucester, ON, K1J 0B3, CA (On-site)