Warehouse Labourer

Northern Strands is currently recruiting to fulfill the role of a Warehouse Labourer. This position is primarily responsible to assist in loading, unloading, lifting, and moving material. The Warehouse Labourer is an integral part of our team and contributes to the success of the company. This position reports directly to the Inside Sales & Warehouse Manager. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test will be required as a condition of employment.

To command a strong reputation for quality and excellence, Northern Strands believes that knowledgeable people are crucial assets. We hire and develop the best people who are dedicated, ethical, and committed to continuous improvement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assemble containers and crates, record contents manually or in computer system, and pack goods to be shipped.
• Assist with loading and unloading of goods from trucks or other conveyances.
• Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents, record shortages, and reject damaged goods.
• Operate forklift, hand truck, overhead crane or other equipment as necessary.
• Organize items to fill customer requests from Order Desk and Outside Sales.
• Provide backup assistance to the Shipper/Receiver.
• Assist with reeling rope for customer orders.
• Restock wire rope on racking and pallet racks.
• Restock chain drums.
• Build and paint reels.
• Assist with filling chain orders.
• Assist with building wire rope slings and small assemblies.
• Complete regular inventory cycle counts.
• Assist with general facilities maintenance.
• Interact courteously with customers, vendors and co-workers, displaying professional conduct.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Minimum two years experience in a warehouse environment would be preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Any safety-related training certificates would be considered an asset (i.e., Forklift).
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

• Competitive wage based on experience.
• Employee group benefits including health, dental, short-term, long-term, and life insurance.
• Matching company RSP contributions.
• Support in your career development aspirations.

NORTHERN STRANDS

Our diverse Group of Companies consists of Northern Strands, Fortis Mining Engineering & Manufacturing, and Certified Sales & Rentals comprising 14 divisions ranging from rigging/lifting products, fall protection, suspended access, agri-business field services and safety training to mining site services, fabrication, rentals, repairs, testing and recertification. This diversity provides for an exciting environment with the opportunity to work with our employees and managers in every division.

Northern Strands Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants, however only those selected to continue the recruitment process will be contacted.