Warehouse Associate

Advantages
Competitive salary, reflecting your experience
3 weeks of vacation annually
Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition reimbursement
Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
RRSP matching program to help you plan for the future

Responsibilities
Operate warehouse equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to move materials safely and efficiently

Receiving & Verification: Receive incoming shipments, inspect for damages or discrepancies, and verify contents against orders. Accurately record received items and update inventory systems.

Inventory Organization: Safely store products in their proper locations and keep inventory well-organized for easy access. Perform regular stock audits to ensure proper inventory levels.

Order Processing: Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment. Ensure all items are correctly packed, with accurate documentation, ready for delivery.

Shipping Coordination: Handle the preparation of outbound shipments by selecting the right carriers, creating labels, and managing transportation. Coordinate with shipping partners to ensure timely deliveries, and process returns or exchanges as necessary.

Equipment Operation: Safely operate warehouse equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move and organize goods efficiently, always following safety protocols.

Inventory Monitoring: Assist in monitoring inventory levels and performing periodic audits or cycle counts to maintain accuracy. Report any discrepancies promptly to supervisors.

Safety & Housekeeping: Maintain a clean and safe working environment by following all safety procedures and ensuring that all areas are tidy and hazard-free.

Record Maintenance: Keep detailed and accurate records of warehouse activities, including receipts, shipments, and inventory adjustments, ensuring all documentation is up to date.

Collaborative Teamwork: Work closely with fellow warehouse team members and other departments to ensure smooth operations. Proactively address challenges and offer suggestions for process improvements.

Additional Tasks: Take on other responsibilities as assigned, such as delivery driving, DOP, and FIT testing.

Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience in a warehouse or similar setting is preferred.
Knowledge of warehouse operations and equipment.
Experience in abatement, restoration, construction, or general safety & cleaning industries is a plus.
Capable of lifting heavy items and performing physically demanding tasks.
Comfortable using or learning basic software programs.
Strong attention to detail and precision.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Effective communication and ability to work well in a team.
Forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification).
Bilingual is an asset
A valid driver's license is an asset.

Summary
he Warehouse Associate position involves a range of responsibilities, including receiving, organizing, storing, and shipping products, ensuring smooth warehouse operations. The role requires someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling physical tasks, such as lifting heavy objects and operating warehouse equipment like forklifts. Prior experience in a similar environment is preferred, and familiarity with warehouse operations and safety protocols is beneficial. The candidate should possess good communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team, and be adaptable in a fast-paced setting. This role offers competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and benefits, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a dynamic and rewarding career.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.