Warehouse Worker

Canada Cartage Group; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotels

Car rentals

Entertainment discounts

Gym memberships

Phone plans discounts

Electronics discounts

Job summary

Canada Cartage is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Winnipeg to handle inbound and outbound freight safely and accurately. You will operate various powered equipment, including a sit-down counter balance forklift and stand-up reach truck, and use an RF Gun to document movements.

Working days are Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Candidates should have a high school diploma, warehouse experience, and TDG/WHMIS training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a warehouse environment.
• Forklift or reach truck experience is an asset.
• TDG and WHMIS training.
• Experience with RF technology.
• Communication skills, including written and oral.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and reside in Winnipeg.

Responsibilities

• Receiving inbound stock items and maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Accurate order picking.
• Completing required documentation neatly and accurately.
• Manual labor (lifting up to 50lbs).
• Safe and skilled operation of material handling equipment including sit-down counter balance forklift and stand-up reach truck and walkie-riders.
• Performing maintenance checks of material handling equipment.
• Housekeeping and other general warehouse duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Warehouse experience

RF technology experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation (sit-down)

Reach truck

RF Gun usage

Job description

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with Canadian leading brands. Canada Cartage is deep rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed. A recognized thought leader and founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor or department Lead Hand, Warehouse associates are responsible for handling inbound and outbound freight safely and accurately. Use of a variety of powered Material Handling Equipment is required, as is use of an RF Gun.

• Working Days – Mon – Fri
• Shift Timings: 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM

What you will do

• Maintaining quality and accuracy while receiving inbound stock items, and noting any deficiencies;
• Accurate order picking;
• Completing required documentation neatly and accurately;
• Manual labor (lifting up to 50lbs);
• Safe and skilled operation of material handling equipment including a sit-down counter balance forklift and a stand-up deep reach truck and walkie-riders
• Performing maintenance checks of material handling equipment;
• Housekeeping and other general warehouse duties.

What You’ll Bring

• High School (Grade 12) Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Previous experience within a warehouse environment
• Previous experience with a forklift or reach truck an asset
• TDG and WHMIS training;
• Previous experience with RF technology;
• Communication skills, including written and oral.
• Must be legally entitled to in work in Canada
• Must currently live in Winnipeg

Why people love working for Canada Cartage

• Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.
• Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
• Company wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork and our core values.
• Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few
• Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver-appreciation week that regularly bring us together.
• We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
• We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.

We are a top employer!

• Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
• Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
• We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023, as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity

Come work with an industry leader!

Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined in meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let us know.

We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

Committed to employment equity, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups, and women.

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