Warehouse Worker

Job Description

Responsibilities
Hourly Rate: $28.00/hr
Position Summary:
Under minimum supervision, performs warehouse worker duties. Assignments require the exercise of independent discretion, judgment and a thorough understanding of company/department policies and procedures. Employees will work both independently and as part of workgroups or teams.
This position provides the labour required for the warehouse operations within the distribution centre.
Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
Dry/Cooler Selection
u2022 Perform dry/cooler selection: Accurately selecting product to be loaded on company trailers
u2022 Ensure proper stop sequence and construction on all pallets/carts selected
u2022 Ensure loading of product selected is in its proper place on the company trailer
u2022 Responsible for load quality and reliability
u2022 Put away all returns at the end of assigned shift
General Responsibilities
u2022 Change batteries in equipment as needed
u2022 Check and evaluate work against quality standards
u2022 Ensure work area is kept clean at all times
u2022 Organize own work to maximize safety and efficiency. Identify and correct potentially unsafe situations and conditions
u2022 Perform all other related duties as assigned
Scope of Supervision and Authority
u2022 Responsibilities are performed with minimum supervision and communication from the Warehouse Shift Supervisor
Follow all Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and Good Warehouse Practices (GWP) rules and regulations.
Other projects or duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience:
High School or equivalent experience and exceptional ability
Must be able to work in a cold or freezer environment
Able to repetitively lift and move heavy boxes (up to 55lbs)
Warehouse experience in high-volume, food-service, distribution or logistics or equivalent experience is an asset
Forklift and electric pallet jack experience is an asset
Team player
Good communication skills
Great work ethic, high initiative, self-motivation and positive attitude
Ability to multi-task, time management skills, detail-oriented
Effective problem solving skills
This position must pass a post-offer background check
Physical Demands and Work Environment
:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions.
Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.
Benefits
At the Reyes Family of Businesses, our Total Rewards Strategy prioritizes the holistic well-being of our employees. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
Physical Demands
The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodation should be directed to your point of contact in the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources departments.
Background Check
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Pay Transparency
Our compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.