Warehouse Associate

About the role

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for picking, packing, and shipping customer orders while handling inbound vendor shipments and returns. Attention to detail and safety are essential to ensure high customer satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Pick, count, and pack materials for customer orders, ensuring accuracy against shipping documentation.
• Load and unload trucks, operate forklift and other material handling equipment safely.
• Receive vendor shipments, verify packing slips, enter data into the system, and store items appropriately.
• Document and resolve shipping discrepancies, initiate freight claims, and work with customers on‑site to correct issues.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, report safety concerns, and assist teammates at the customer service counter.

Required profile

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent; post‑secondary education is an asset.
• At least 1 year of warehouse experience with some supervisory duties.
• Minimum 2 years of material handling experience and a valid driver’s licence with a clean abstract.
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• Safe operation of a forklift and other material handling equipment.
• Intermediate math skills and ability to use warehouse software for order processing.

What we offer

• Competitive salary $40,000–$42,000 per year with benefits and profit sharing.
• Mentorship, on‑the‑job training, and growth potential within a stable, values‑driven company.
• Pension plan with employer contributions, work‑life balance, and flex time.