Warehouse Team Member

Metro Supply Chain Group; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic supply chain solutions partner is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Kelowna. This role, with a pay rate of $21.75, involves loading and unloading shipments, managing product storage, and ensuring strict adherence to health and safety protocols. Candidates should have at least 1 year of warehouse experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to pass a criminal background check. Join a company that prioritizes safety and values its employees through various benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Retirement Savings Program

Employee Appreciation Day

Community volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of warehouse experience.
• Completion of secondary school is preferred.
• Must agree to a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments safely and efficiently.
• Manage product storage with proper equipment.
• Perform inventory counts and documentation.

Skills

Customer Centricity

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join our team

Metro Supply Chain (MTH) is a division of Metro Supply Chain, a strategic supply chain solutions partner to some of the world’s fastest growing and most reputable organizations. For 50 years, it has excelled at tailoring integrated, data-driven solutions, fueled by advanced systems and technology, that fulfill complex and challenging distribution needs. Managing 19 million square feet operating out of more than 175 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 9,000, it is one of Canada’s largest privately owned supply chain solutions companies. Metro Supply Chain is a 2024 winner of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies program, recognized for its strategic expertise, culture of innovation and commitment to its people and local communities.

Shift: Tuesday to Saturday: 8:00am to 4:30pm PST

Pay Rate: $21.75

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Load and unload shipments in an efficient and safe manner.
• Move product to storage areas with proper material handling equipment (pallet jack)
• Ability to modify and rework orders to meet specific customer requirements
• Efficiently store the merchandise in the appropriate areas.
• Prior to product storage, count all product, compare to manifest, and check all shipments for damage.
• Use radio frequency equipment for picking, receiving, storing, and load functions, as required.
• Assist in physical inventories.
• Clean up and dispose of scrap bracing, cardboard, strapping and discard in proper containers or designated areas as required
• Assist in delivery of furniture and appliance as required
• Strict adherence to completion of all documentation according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) including; appliance and home furnishing installation, manifests, obtaining signatures, safe operations, etc.
• At a Metro hub load product into the 5-ton for delivery in a manner that prevents damage to the product.
• Adhere to Metro’s safe motor vehicle driving methods, as well as, strict adherence to all Provincial motor vehicle laws.
• Maintain a clean delivery truck, perform daily pre/post shift safety inspections, and advise the Supervisor of any concerns or service recommendations.
• Follow all SOPs regarding the safeguarding of Metro and its customers property against theft.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 1-year warehouse experience
• Completion of secondary school is preferred or equivalent experience
• Must agree to a criminal background check

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Customer Centricity
• Fostering Culture
• Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Managing Through Change
• Developing Self & Others
• Planning & Results Orientation
• Communication
• Always Improving Mindset
• Business & Financial Savvy

EDUCATION

• Some High School, preferably a High School Diploma

HEALTH & SAFETY

• Follow the Occupational Health and Safety Act including Safety, Violence and Harassment laws
• Work in a healthy and safe manner following Metro’s policies, procedures
• Always wear or use protective equipment
• Report any hazards you find in the workplace to your supervisor
• Must not use or operate equipment in a manner that would endanger yourself or others
• Must not put other workers at risk by your actions

Why Join Us

• Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
• The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness programs to support your family’s well‑being
• A Retirement Savings Program with a company match
• Company team wear allowance
• Employee Appreciation Day
• Company sponsored social events
• Community volunteering

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace where people feel included and valued. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Should you require accommodation for a special ability or need during the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of our Human Resources Team.