Shipper/Receiver

Looking to hire a full -time Shipper/Receiver for a food processing plant in Alliston. Immediate start date.

Shipping and Receiving Responsibilities:

• Manages the shipment and receipt of all products, materials, and supplies.
• Physical labour up to 50lbs
• Tracks, traces, and updates the status of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and member-ready area.
• Promptly unloads trucks and deliveries and sorts and stocks receivables.
• Engages with drivers with a positive attitude.
• Receive and inspect incoming shipments for damages, defects, or discrepancies
• Verify accuracy of shipment contents against purchase orders or invoices
• Prepare and process shipping documentation, including bills of lading and shipping labels
• Ensure proper storage and handling of incoming and outgoing products
• Monitor inventory levels and report any discrepancies or shortages
• Communicate with internal departments regarding shipping and receiving issues
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment as needed
• Health & Safety background and/or experience an asset

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 5am to 2pm

Shipping and Receiving Qualifications/Skills:

• Scanning and sorting incoming and outgoing stock
• Receiving, stocking, and stacking
• Pulling, lifting, packing, and loading
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong sense of time organization and urgency
• Able to work independently and within a team

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Minimum of 1 year experience in logistics
• Forklift Certification preferred; forklift experience necessary
• Ability to operate a forklift and other warehouse equipment
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving procedures and regulations
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer skills – Microsoft programs
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Commitment to safety in the workplace

Start Date: Immediately

If interested, please send to resume to s.stiebel@cohnfarms.com by Friday, March 8th.

Only suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Alliston, ON L9R 1V4 (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-08
Expected start date: 2024-03-04