Warehouse Worker

Martin-Brower of Canada Co.; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the distribution sector is seeking on-call Warehouse Workers for the summer period. This role involves replenishment, product selection, and receiving duties within a cold environment. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and the ability to lift heavy boxes while meeting safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in a cold/freezer environment.
• Warehouse experience in high-volume, food-service or logistics is an asset.
• Ability to repetitively lift and move heavy boxes (up to 55lbs).

Responsibilities

• Keep pick-slots full; rotate inventory in freezer and cooler.
• Accurately selecting products to be loaded on company trailers.
• Perform receiving duties for in-bound loads and resolve issues.

Skills

Team player

Good communication skills

Effective problem solving skills

Detail-oriented

Time management skills

Self-motivation

High initiative

Education

High School or equivalent experience

Tools

Forklift

Electric pallet jack

Job description

Responsibilities

On-call Summer Relief Position : From May 1st, 2025 to September 15th, 2025; with potential for call back in December or full-time offer after term (if available)

Hourly Base Rate : $30.88 / hr

31.88 / hr (effective July 1st, 2025)

Position Summary :

Under minimum supervision, performs warehouse worker duties. Assignments require the exercise of independent discretion, judgment and a thorough understanding of company / department policies and procedures. Employees will work both independently and as part of workgroups or teams.

This position provides the labour required for the warehouse operations within the distribution centre.

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to :

Replenishment

• Keep pick-slots full; replenish line, flow racks, and bulk locations
• Rotate inventory; this is crucial in the freezer and cooler as well as items in the dry area.
• All movement of product must be kept track of as well as followed by the physical movement of the product
• Place all product in proper pick-slots, never set product off to the side
• Take damaged product to recoup area
• Keep up to date on product changes, substitutions, and promotions

Freezer / Cooler Selection

Perform freezer / cooler selection : Accurately selecting product to be loaded on company trailers

Ensure proper stop sequence and construction on all pallets / carts selected

Ensure loading of product selected is in its proper place on the company trailer

Responsible for load quality and reliability

Put away all returns at the end of assigned shift

Dry Selection

Perform dry selection : Accurately selecting product to be loaded on company trailers.

Ensure proper stop sequence and construction on all pallets selected.

Ensure loading of product selected is in its proper place on the company trailer

Receiving

Perform receiving duties : The accurate receiving of all in-bound loads

Correct any labeling issues during put away or restocking that could result in errors

To ensure proper dock flow, work with other receivers in directing the activities of the put away team

Perform the put away function as needed.

Resolve any receiving issues before the end of assigned shift

Putaway

Perform put away duties : The accurate put away of all product

Place received product in reserve slots nearest pick location, unless otherwise directed

Rotate product in racks before placing newer product into a slot

As needed, break down loads to fit into company racking

Resolve all put away errors throughout assigned shift. Error file must be free of errors by the end of assigned shift

General Responsibilities

Change batteries in equipment as needed

Check and evaluate work against quality standards

Ensure work area is kept clean at all times

Organize own work to maximize safety and efficiency. Identify and correct potentially unsafe situations and conditions

Perform all other related duties as assigned

Scope of Supervision and Authority

Responsibilities are performed with minimum supervision and communication from the Warehouse Shift Supervisor

Ensure the operations follow all Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and Good Warehouse Practices (GWP) / Good Drivers Practices (GDP) for transport rules and regulations

Other projects or duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience :

High School or equivalent experience and exceptional ability

Must be able to work in a cold or freezer environment

Able to repetitively lift and move heavy boxes (up to 55lbs)

Warehouse experience in high-volume, food-service, distribution or logistics or equivalent experience is an asset

Forklift and electric pallet jack experience is an asset

Team player

Good communication skills

Great work ethic, high initiative, self-motivation and positive attitude

Ability to multi-task, time management skills, detail-oriented

Effective problem solving skills

This position must pass a post-offer background check

Physical Demands and Work Environment :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.

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