Yard Associate - Halifax, NS

Master Halco, Inc.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the fencing sector is looking for a dedicated Yard Associate to join its dynamic team. This role involves operating a forklift, managing yard stock, and ensuring accurate order fulfillment. With a commitment to employee growth and development, the company offers competitive wages, a supportive work environment, and various benefits, including health care and tuition reimbursement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for customer service, this position is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career in a growing company with numerous advancement possibilities.

Benefits

Competitive Hourly Wage

Enhance Health Care

Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement up to $10K

Generous Paid-Time Off Package

Corporate Discount Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a warehouse/yard position required.
• Forklift experience is highly desired for this role.

Responsibilities

• Load trucks accurately for outgoing shipments and maintain yard stock.
• Ensure a clean and safe working environment while providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Forklift Operation

Basic Math Skills

Ability to Lift Heavy Materials

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Overview

This is your opportunity to join a Fence industry leader!

Master Halco, North America’s leading manufacturer/distributor of fencing and perimeter security products is seeking a Yard Associate at our branch office.

This position performs an array of functions including:

• Review order documents to prepare for accurate product pulling for customers
• Daily expectations: 70% Drive forklift loading/unloading trailers. 30% Manually sorting and staging material in the yard.
• Safely use a forklift
• Maintain yard stock in a clean and organized manner

This is a very exciting time to join our company. We are continuing to grow (70 locations), introducing new products, making technological investments, and implementing innovative marketing strategies.

We are also focused on our people -- our most important resource.

At Master Halco, we believe in transparency, open communication, and rewarding success with a path to fully develop your potential while building a career.

If you enjoy a fast-paced work environment and the opportunity to show us your best customer service skills, this is the right place for you!

Working With Us Has Its Rewards:

• Competitive hourly wage
• Monday through Friday, Day Shift
• Enhance health care
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement up to $10K per academic year
• A generous paid-time off package
• Corporate discount opportunities
• A generous paid-time off (PTO) package, company paid holidays

Master Halco offers advancement opportunities at every level. We are always looking for people with the drive to learn and determination to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Works inside the warehouse and outside in the yard
• Accurately loads trucks for outgoing shipments
• Inbound material receiving and put away
• Able to complete work orders and receiving documents accurately
• Pulls and prepares orders, packaging for shipment
• Rotates yard stock and safely moves materials using a forklift
• Maintains clean and safe working environment
• Works with team to ensure branch success and provides excellent customer service

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a warehouse/yard position
• Able to lift/move heavy materials (up to 60lbs) on occasion
• Forklift experience (sitdown) highly desired
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math functions required
• Must be able to work overtime as needed
• Experience with building materials a plus