WAREHOUSE MATERIAL HANDLER

Consolidated Gypsum Supply Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Material Handler to join their Calgary team. This full-time position involves physically demanding work, including loading and unloading materials and operating forklifts in various weather conditions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in warehouse operations, particularly with Hyster forklifts, and must possess strong communication skills. With a competitive starting wage and a comprehensive benefits package, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow within a supportive and dynamic environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and enjoy hands-on work, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Comprehensive benefits package

RRSP matching program

Training and development opportunities

Safety boot allowance

Employee discount

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating Hyster 60 and 120 forklifts.
• Ability to lift over 75 lbs and work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move building materials in all weather.
• Conduct inspections and paperwork, and assemble customer orders.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Heavy lifting

Communication skills

Tools

Hyster 60 forklift

Hyster 120 forklift

Job description

Consolidated Gypsum Supply Ltd. distributes building supply materials. We operate six branches in Alberta and Saskatchewan. We are currently looking for a Warehouse Material Handler to join our team in Calgary.

Warehouse Material Handlers are responsible for assembling orders for customers and delivery units. Responsibilities also include sorting, counting, and organizing materials in the warehouses and outdoor storage yard in all weather conditions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Load, unload and move building materials
• Conduct inspections, paperwork, cycle counting
• Place building materials into designated warehouse/yard positions
• Pick/assemble customer/delivery orders
• Operate mid to large size sit-down counterbalance propane forklift trucks (Hyster 60 and 120)
• Serve “Pick Up” customers
• Load and unload trucks
• Perform warehouse housekeeping duties
• Take photos of incoming deliveries and customer pick-ups

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience working in a warehouse
• Minimum 5 years experience required operating Hyster 60 and 120 forklifts
• Able to repeatedly lift over 75 lbs
• Able to regularly stand, bend, lift and move repeatedly during shifts
• Strong English written and verbal communication skills
• Able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Ability to work in all weather conditions year round

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Full-time, year-round employment
• No Sundays
• Physically challenging work (lifting building materials including drywall, roofing supplies and insulation)
• Includes both indoor and outdoor yard work in all types of weather

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WHAT WE OFFER:

• $23.75/hr starting wage
• Paid vacation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• RRSP matching program
• Training and development opportunities
• Safety boot allowance
• Employee discount