Warehouse Receiver (Days 9:00am - 5:00pm)

Tree Of Life; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and distribution company in Peel Region, Mississauga, seeks a Receiver to manage incoming goods, document discrepancies, and support food safety programs. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, two years' warehouse experience, and strong communication skills, with proficiency in MS Office and operating industrial equipment. Join us to contribute to an inclusive work environment that values diverse talent.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in warehouse/logistics environment.
• Fluent in English, strong oral and written communication.
• Experience operating powered industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive merchandise and materials from vendors.
• Document damaged goods and verify shipment accuracy.
• Maintain good attendance and safe work practices.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service-oriented attitude

Ability to work independently

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Overview

Our core purpose is “We are curators of unique brands, bringing elevated food and beverage experiences to Canadians.”

Tree of Life Canada ULC is an Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We are committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. If selected for an interview, we will be happy to work with you to ensure your interview is accessible and accommodation is provided. When your interview is being scheduled, please advise the Recruiter of how we might be able to support your participation. For more information please visit our website at http://www.treeoflife.ca** NOTE: Reference checks will be conducted for potential candidates and the information collected will be used in making the final hiring decision.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary responsibility for the Receiver is to receive merchandise and materials from outside vendors. Other responsibilities include the handling, unpacking or uncrating merchandise or materials for routing to, or storage in, the proper department and for documenting damaged goods and/or shortages/overages. As with all positions at Tree of Life Canada we expect that all actions will be consistent with Tree of Life Canada’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

Essential Functions

• Support and participate in food safety programs including SQF (Safe Quality Food)
• Keep records of incoming goods, check bills of lading or purchase orders on incoming shipments. Sign for and verify shipment accuracy against purchase orders, make appropriate adjustments, if necessary (i.e., over/short, damaged product, change in size), and notify department manager of discrepancies.
• Check product for quality, freshness, damage, proper size, expiration code date or "sell by" dates.
• Unload trucks and break down pallets that do not immediately fit in allotted reserve storage spots.
• Select orders for special store orders (i.e., add-ons), and stock product as needed.
• Pull product returned from stores off trailers and stage for check-in process.
• Spot check/scan the UPC (inner/outer) verification according to AS400.
• Spot check the Nutrition to ensure it is bilingual.
• Documenting the freight temperature to ensure the integrity of the inbound shipment. Shippments may be located in our ambient, cool or frozen envionments.
• Inspect the cleanliness of the trailer for any infestation.
• Correctly inspect and maintain power equipment.
• Other duties and special projects as requested.
• Must maintain good attendance and safe work practices.
• Maintain safeguards of confidential company information.

Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude

• High School Diploma required, and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a warehouse/logistics environment.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) and fluent in English.
• Previous experience operating powered industrial equipment (i.e., Raymond Reach forklift, power jacks).
• Proficiency in MS Office required. Computer skills (SAP experience) preferred.
• The associate is frequently required to stand, walk, and climb, and is subject to a warehouse environment where temperatures can vary from very cool to very warm. We do have an inhouse freezer onsite.
• Excellent customer service-oriented attitude with ability to get along with diverse personalities and communicate effectively with customers and all levels of Tree of Life associates. Must be tactful, mature, and flexible with good reasoning abilities and sound judgement.
• High energy level with the ability to establish creditability and be decisive but be able to recognize and support the organization’s preferences and priorities.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Must be able to carry, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.