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SalaryWhat We Do
Our mission at Dr. Bee is to share the marvelous world of honey bees by providing high quality wellness products to promote natural healing and happiness. We began with 16 hives in 1996 and have grown into one of the most well-respected honey bee product producers & purveyors in Canada. We have gained domestic and international recognition for our continued pursuit of high-quality products that are grounded in science. This includes our flagship product, Ice Honey, which has been internationally recognized numerous times in the past 5 years as one of the best honeys in the world.
About the Position
This entry-level position is primarily responsible for shipping and receiving duties alongside inventory control. This position also includes some work in purchasing and standard production line work for a wide variety of honey-based products and other natural products. There are many opportunities for growth in the position including responsibilities related to local delivery, logistics specialization, food safety, and management. If you enjoy keeping things organized and have a keen attention to detail, then this is the job for you.
Responsibilities
Shipping & Receiving
- Picking and loading orders for local delivery
- Opportunities for expanded job role by also performing local delivery
- Picking and packing outbound orders for ecommerce operations
- Picking, labelling, wrapping, and palletizing wholesale orders
- Receive, record, and sort inbound shipments
- Entering order and other logistics information into shipping systems
- Coordinate with logistics partners (shipping service, customs, client/vendor) to schedule outbound and inbound shipments
- Perform basic inventory control for materials & finished goods
- Assist local Dr. Bee retail stores with inventory control
- Assist in purchasing supplies related to manufacturing and warehousing operations
Production
- Handling and bottling of raw materials
- Labelling, capping, sealing, and boxing of various products
- Moving products and materials within the warehouse
- Maintaining cleanliness of the production space
Requirements and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 1 year of shipping & receiving experience
- Any experience in production, warehousing, or delivery is an asset
- Strong attention to detail and organized
- Quick to learn and adapt to new tasks
- Good sense of food safety, relevant certifications are preferred
- Physically able to lift/handle 40+ lbs.
Compensation/Benefits
- Starting salary of $20-22/hr depending on experience and skill set
- Health benefits program which includes coverage for dental, prescription drugs, vision, and more
- Store discount on all products
Our Core Values: Health & Happiness from the Hive
Natural | Sustainable | Reliable | Scientific | Meticulous | Conscientious
How to Join the Team
If you believe your skillset matches the above description and are passionate about what we do, we would like to hear from you. Please apply with your resume. If you would like to learn more about us, please visit our website at drbee.ca
We thank all interested applicants. However, we are only able to work with those who live in Canada and have permanent working status. Please note that only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
- Shipping & receiving: 1 year (preferred)
- Food handling: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
