Warehouse associate jobs are typically entry level positions. Your job could involve a variety of tasks including but not limited to sorting supplies, receiving and shipping goods, fulfilling orders, cleaning the warehouse and working on a forklift. Roles can be physically demanding and require you to spend most of your time on your feet.
Warehouse associate jobs require you to perform many different tasks. Most roles involve needing to lift 50lbs or more and to be on your feet for most of your shift. Roles are typically full-time. Many companies operate their warehouse in shifts – days, evenings, nights, weekends. Safety gear and equipment is required. Associates will be assigned responsibilities by their floor supervisor.
Warehouse associate is a good entry level role for people who enjoy physical work. With the right attitude and work ethic, you can get promoted to more important roles within the warehouse, and even to a supervisor role.
Warehouse associates in Etobicoke and surrounding area have one of the highest average salaries in Canada. You can expect an average salary of about $19.50 per hour. You can make more than $22 per hour. Here is a breakdown of average warehouse associate salaries:
annual: $40,560
monthly: $3,120
weekly: $780
hourly: $19.50 per hour
lowest salary: $16 per hour
average salary: $19.50 per hour
highest salary: $22.40 per hour
junior salary: $16-$18.90 per hour
intermediate salary: $18-$20.80 per hour
senior salary: $19.50-$22.40 per hour
Warehouse associate responsibilities depend on the type of company you work for. In general, you can expect the following day to day tasks to be part of your job description:
Warehouse associates most commonly work in a manufacturing setting. Its common to work for a large corporations distribution centre or in a warehouse attached to a retail establishment
Warehouse associates are expected to have a base number of skills. Companies are seeking dependable people with a good attitude. The top skills you will need include:
The vast majority of warehouse associate job ads in Etobicoke will request you have a high school diploma. They will prefer you to have one or two years working in a similar role. Forklift certification is an asset that can give you an advantage over other candidates.