Warehouse Operator

Univar; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Univar Solutions as you embark on a rewarding career path focused on shipping, receiving, and maintaining compliance within a hazardous materials environment. You will engage in operations crucial to safety and quality while receiving training and development opportunities to advance your career in a supportive and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Paid Training and Development Programs

Education Allowance

Global Career Advancement Opportunities

Competitive Salary and Benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Focus on safety and ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Experience with forklift operation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Shipping & receiving of hazardous chemicals.
• Operate a lift truck or forklift according to company procedures.
• Prepare product orders for customers, including blending and packaging.

Skills

Safety Focus

Strong Math Skills

Basic to Intermediate Computer Skills

Forklift Operation

Ability to Follow Detailed Instructions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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Company Name: Univar Solutions Canada LTD

Requisition ID: 33161

About the Role

A Place Where People Matter. Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you.

What You’ll Do:

• Shipping & receiving of hazardous chemicals
• Bulk liquid transfer from rail to tank or truck
• Prepare product orders for customers, including custom blending and packaging
• Perform outdoor work in various weather conditions
• Operate a lift truck or forklift according to company procedures
• Use and maintain respiratory protection equipment
• Handle hazardous materials and wastes with proper training
• Perform manual warehouse and tank farm duties
• Load and unload trucks and customer vehicles using forklift and other equipment
• Ship and receive products following company procedures
• Maintain warehouse facility
• Manage hazardous materials and waste properly
• Prepare hazardous waste for off-site recycling/disposal, including paperwork and inspections
• Package into drums and totes
• Clean and maintain warehouse, tank farm, and equipment
• Adhere to quality processes and resolve product quality issues
• Perform other duties as required
• Follow all company policies and guidelines

What You Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Focus on safety and ability to follow detailed instructions
• Strong math skills and basic to intermediate computer skills
• Forklift operation experience is an asset
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Proficiency in reading, writing, counting, understanding, and speaking English

What We Offer:

• Paid training and development programs
• Global career advancement and mentoring opportunities
• Education allowance
• Competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, disability coverage, and pension
• Employee Resource Networks promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to safety, health, and well-being. With over 9,500 employees, we support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor globally.

We offer a Total Rewards package that supports your physical, emotional, and financial well-being, and are committed to sustainable solutions to help keep communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe.

We are dedicated to a diverse workforce and inclusive culture, providing development opportunities through Employee Resource Networks to empower every employee and make a positive community impact.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classes.