Warehouse Shipper/Receiver

Cambridge Food Bank; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cambridge Food Bank is looking for a reliable Shipper/Receiver to support community needs. This full-time role involves physically demanding tasks, including loading and unloading delivery trucks, managing inventory, and ensuring excellent service to donors and participants, while adhering to health protocols.

Benefits

Casual dress

Dental care

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Life insurance

Paid time off

RRSP match

Qualifications

• Physically fit to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
• Comfortable using computers and basic data entry systems.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload delivery trucks efficiently and safely.
• Receive and sort incoming donations and shipments.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and stock organization.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical fitness

Job description

The Cambridge Food Bank is seeking a reliable, energeticShipper/Receiverto join our team. This is a physically demanding role that involves being on your feet all day, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods in and out of our facility while also interacting with donors and program participants in a professional and welcoming manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Load and unload delivery trucks efficiently and safely
• Receive and sort incoming donations and shipments
• Maintain accurate inventory records and stock organization
• Use computer systems to complete data entry and inventory tracking
• Prepare outgoing shipments and assist with donation drop-offs and pick-ups when needed
• Ensure the warehouse is clean, safe, and organized
• Follow all health and safety protocols, including food safety protocols
• Provide excellent customer service to donors and participants
• Support occasional evening and weekend special events

Requirements:

• Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly
• Able to stand and move for extended periods
• Experience with shipping, receiving, and inventory management
• Comfortable using computers and basic data entry systems
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Valid driver’s licence with a clear driver’s abstract
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends

Assets:

• Experience driving cargo vans or similar vehicles
• Safe Food Handling Training
• Familiarity with non-profit or community service organizations

If you’re a dependable team player who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys meaningful work that supports the community, we’d love to hear from you!

Submit your resume with a cover letterindicating how your values align with those of the Cambridge Food Bank by emailing [e-mail]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.40-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person