Warehouse Associate

Farrow is a diversified, family-owned business that facilitates international trade by executing comprehensive customs brokerage and integrated logistics solutions. We provide our clients peace of mind with our customs brokerage, shipping, and freight-forwarding capabilities for Canada and the United States.
Farrow Prides itself on providing exceptional customs service with a true focus on trade compliance. It is our passion for personalized care that has led to Farrow being in business for over 100 years and has allowed us to constantly expand with 29 locations across North America and we're still growing! We're real people, family-owned and dedicated to our employees with a history of reinvesting in them. This commitment and dedication are why many of our employees have been with us longer than 20 years and why we have been recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 10 consecutive years.
Position Summary
This position is primarily responsible for handling inbound and outbound parcels in an efficient manner. Day to day duties may include such functions as unloading containers, storing goods, picking and packing orders, processing returns and/or processing shipments.
Key Responsibilities

• Container unloading, storage of goods, pick and pack of orders, returns and / or shipping
• Opening and examining contents of parcels
• Recording and photocopying information as required.
• Updating information in the computer and completing documentation
• Maintenance and cleaning of warehouse environment

Education and Experience

• Lift truck experience with valid license preferred
• Keyboarding experience an asset

Competencies, Working Skills & Attributes

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Experience with computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and E-Mail.
• Ability to efficiently operate a lift truck
• Able to use scanning equipment, computer terminals etc.
• Follow direction and best practices regarding the safe use of software, hardware and machinery in the warehouse for processing of both packages and LTL shipments

Working Conditions, Mental Effort & Physical Requirements

• Considerable walking throughout the day
• Considerable bending and lifting of packages up to 50 pounds
• Working in a time-sensitive environment; quick pace required
• Climbing ladder necessary for order picking
• Working primarily in a climate-controlled warehouse environment
• Willing and able to work a variety of hours / shifts depending on the need during heavier shipping seasons

Farrow is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.