Warehouse Receiver/Machine Operator

Reporting directly to the Warehouse Supervisor, the Receiver/Machine Operator is responsible for unloading, sorting, checking, and warehousing inbound freight from suppliers and vendors.

Required qualifications and experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous warehouse experience is preferred
• Working knowledge of PICK (internal system) and location maintenance, utilizing RF system
• Must be Class 2 MHE Narrow Aisle certified
• Able to safely operate Narrow Aisle Order Picker and Forklift/Turret trucks
• Work well under pressure and meet deadlines

• 40 hours per week; occasional overtime required
• Must wear CSA approved safety footwear with protective steel toes and other personal protective equipment as required
• Able to perform continuous lifting up to 50lbs
• Bending, pulling, and stretching required throughout shift
• Able to work at heights of 20 plus ft on Narrow Aisle Order Picker

Job Responsibilities

• Check for accuracy of container number prior to accepting shipment
• Make note of any container damage prior to accepting shipment and alert Warehouse Supervisor immediately
• Efficiently unloads inbound trailers and loads transfer trailers as directed by Warehouse Supervisor
• Work cohesively in a team-oriented environment
• Perform High and Mid-Bay location maintenance, using RF system, to meet minimum standards of accuracy
• Redirecting any returns, packages, and mail that arrive via the receiving doors to the appropriate department or end user
• Accurately and efficiently putaway orders
• Prioritize putaway of all back ordered inventory
• Ensure all locations are maintained with the highest level of safety in mind
• Perform 3PL picking/load out/putaway
• Responsible for picking of weekly inventory transfers
• Keep clear and concise record of 3PL inventory movement
• Maintain inventory of all receiving supplies (ie tape, shrink wrap, pallets etc)
• Assist in making arrangements for load outs
• Communicate with QC, Outbound, and Purchasing on receiving irregularities
• Maintain a neat and tidy work area (ie receiving floor, outside dock area)
• Participate in inventory cycle count program
• Identify and verify quantities, codes, and colours of incoming receivables
• Check for damaged cases/damaged product at point of receival; sign bill of lading appropriately and clearly, noting damage or shortage
• Report any discrepancies between packing slips and actual inbound freight to Warehouse Supervisor
• Optimize storage space through product consolidations
• Stack wooden pallets, and shipping boxes in a safe and organized manner
• Assist in configuration of racking for high bay locations
• Perform daily check on MHE (material handling equipment)
• Assist QC in sortation of QC products and special customer picks
• Report any problems with equipment without delay
• Actively participate in process analysis and improvement activities
• Adhere to current and future company policies and standards to ensure a safe and agreeable working environment
• Assist in other areas of the warehouse and additional duties as required by management

Working relationships and communications

• Inform Inventory Control of any case lot deficiencies
• Participates in general warehouse meetings
• Work in cooperation and communicate effectively with all levels of the SanMar Canada team
• Keep co-workers informed of activities that have implications to their departments
• Openly communicate any successes, concerns or problems related to the job

Monday - Friday / 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM / 3 Month Contract