Warehouse Operations Associate (Food)

Pan-Pacific Personnel Inc.; Richmond; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food industry company in Richmond is seeking a Warehouse Operations Associate. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, inventory management, and forklift operation. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of experience, strong communication skills, and a personal vehicle. This is a permanent, full-time or part-time role with competitive compensation and benefits after a probation period.

Benefits

Group insurance after 3-month probation

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of relevant experience required.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Strong English communication skills are necessary.
• Physically able to lift up to 30 kg.
• Personal vehicle or reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and trailers.
• Manage inventory and report shortages.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Clean and organize the warehouse.
• Coordinate with team members.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

English communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Warehouse Operations Associate (Food)

Reference #: PFWOBC150725

Duration: Permanent Full-time or Part-time

Employer: International Food Manufacturer

Location: Mitchell Island, Richmond, BC

Transit: No public transit available — personal vehicle required. On-site parking provided.

Starting Date: ASAP

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts starting between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Includes a 30-min unpaid meal break and a 20-min paid coffee break. Approx. 5 hrs/week of overtime as needed.

Compensation: $43-48K/year

Benefits: Group insurance (extended health, dental, vision care, prescription drugs, life insurance) after 3-month probation period

Main Job duties

1. Receiving and Shipping Operations

   • Loading and unloading trucks and trailers
   • Picking, packing, wrapping pallets, preparing orders for shipment, storing products in refrigerator/freezer
   • Assisting delivery drivers as needed
   • Record incoming material lot number, quantity, and inbound/outbound log (scan PDF as needed)
   • Take pictures of defects (ripped bags etc.) and report to a relevant department
   • Organize pallet pictures and upload files

2. Inventory Management and Order Processing

   • Managing inventory (record keeping and reporting to relevant departments)
   • Counting inventory and reporting shortages
   • Handling RTV (Return to Vendor) processes and communicating with vendors
   • Communicate with truck or supplier for the delivery (if necessary)
   • Wrapping the pallets
   • Share receiving/shipping schedules with relevant departments
   • Report refrigerator/freezer or any warehouse issues

3. Forklift and Equipment Operation

   • Operating forklifts and pallet jacks to organize products and materials
   • Performing minor maintenance, equipment checks, safety checks and reporting issues
   • Daily forklift check and request for approval

4. Warehouse Cleaning and Safety Management

   • Cleaning and organizing the warehouse
   • Maintaining a safe working environment by following safety rules
   • Wearing appropriate safety gear and adhering to safety protocols

5. Team Collaboration

   • Coordinating with other departments and team members
   • Strong English writing and reading skills required
   • Proposing improvements for workflow efficiency
   • Correspond to Quality system and system improvement to meet HACCP/SQF/FSSC22000 requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Legally entitled to work in Canada (no visa sponsorship available)
• 2–3 years of relevant experience
• Forklift experience preferred
• Strong English communication skills
• Physically able to lift up to 30 kg
• Japanese language skills an asset
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Willing to assist with both production and cleaning tasks
• Personal vehicle or reliable transportation required (no public transit available)

*Please apply only if you possess all the requirements. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.