Warehouse Worker/Forklift Operator

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Assists in and performs general warehouse duties, under the direction of the Warehouse Supervisor, following BakeMark’s guiding principals of Best Practice process improvement and cultural attitude to meet or exceed objectives. This is accomplished by performing the following principle/essential accountabilities:

PRINCIPAL/ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. WAREHOUSE DUTIES:

• Loads and unloads trucks, using a forklift as required Rotates stock and puts stock away, using a forklift as required
• Picks orders accurately and with proper care. Double-checks orders
• Performs inventory count as required
• Performs duties in the freezer and dry warehouse, as required  Responsible for general upkeep of warehouse

2. PERFORMS OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

QUALIFICATIONS

The individual must be able to perform each principle and essential accountability satisfactorily. Warehouse experience and a proven track record in delivering good organizational results is expected, and a thorough knowledge and ability to read, interpret, and understand order information is desirable. Needs ability to be a part of an effective team, and motivate him/herself i.e., managing culture and morale.

Prior experience in bakery ingredients or a food-related business would be beneficial, but not a must. Beverage industry experience may apply. Previous warehousing roles are beneficial. Ability to interact effectively at all organization levels is required. Some computer skills might be required. The ability to operate a forklift safely is a must. Experience with loading and unloading trucks is required. A well-rounded lifestyle and sense of humor, with an appreciation for diversity can be advantageous. Unquestionable ethical conduct in both business leadership and personnel dealings are an absolute requirement.

Ability to define and resolve problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Warehousing degree preferred, but not required; with two to five years of related experience and/or training. WHMIS and forklift certification required.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read invoices is needed. Ability to take inventory accurately and record the data, as required. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to lift heavy objects, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to a work environment with moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The temperatures in the working environment can be as low as -16° C.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person