Material Handler

Founded in 1916, Kohl & Frisch Limited has a solid reputation in the healthcare industry that distinguishes it as the only national, Canadian-owned, and operated wholesale distributor. A family-owned company, it is one of Canada’s leading national distributors and is the essential link between pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers. Kohl & Frisch is fully equipped to service large chain retailers, independent pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals for all their Rx, OTC, home healthcare, and front shop needs.

Primary Role of This Position

Under the direction of the supervisor, the Material Handler will be responsible for ensuring that product is put in its location in an accurate and timely manner.

The Material Handler shall ensure operations are compliant with applicable GMP standards as defined by GUI-0001 “Good Manufacturing Practices” and GUI-0069 “Guidelines for Temperature Control of Drug Products during Storage and Transportation”.

Major Responsibilities

+ Removes product from the line and puts it on the appropriate skid so that the product is delivered on time to the right destination

+ Repetitive lifting of cartons (25 lbs to 50 lbs) for the entire shift

+ Lifts stock off of the conveyor

+ Stacks and sorts cartons on pallets

+ Utilizing either an electronic or manual system, the Material Handler picks the correct product and quantity as specified in the order and puts it in the tote or box. He/she would notify the supervisor or lead hand where there is insufficient product on the shelves to meet the order, and ensures that proper housekeeping and guidelines are followed.

+ Sorts totes and lids by size

+ Loads totes into the de-stacker and lids into the lid machine

+ Sorts coolers, Styrofoam containers, and any incoming return items from these containers to the appropriate departments

+ Ensures all facets of the job are executed with the utmost attention and adherence to health and safety regulations

+ Other duties as required to meet company objectives

Education and Experience

+ High school diploma required

+ Previous warehouse experience is an asset

+ Previous RF gun use is an asset

Qualifications

+ Must be able to lift and move items weighing up to 60 lbs

+ Must be able to walk and stand for up to 8 hours, including repetitive movement which could include bending and twisting

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

+ Experienced at all stock-related transactions

+ Excellent organizational skills

+ Basic communication skills

+ Basic math skills and high attention to detail

+ Must be able to work with limited supervision

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Salary: $19.91 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Experience:

• warehouse: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person