Description
Full job description
About Us
For over 50 years, Western Canada Welding Products Ltd. has been a top industrial gases and welding solutions provider in Southern Alberta and Southern Saskatchewan.
WCWP is defined by its approach to customer service, product knowledge, and operational efficiency. We strive to be the best and most reliable supplier for our customers. By sharing with our customers, a professional understanding of the tools, equipment, and gases available, we position our customers to succeed, and stand ready to support them.
WCWP currently operates three retail-branch and warehousing/transportation-hub distribution facilities located in Lethbridge, Brooks, and Medicine Hat, supplying products for mainly industrial and commercial users, but for the walk-in trade as well. WCWP’s head office is located together with the Lethbridge branch.
Title and Authority
Job Title: Warehouse Labourer
Authority/Reporting: This role reports directly to the Branch Manager. This role has no supervisory or managerial authority and no direct reports.
General Description of the Role
The Warehouse Labourer will be responsible for performing an array of duties such as, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, managing, organizing, and retrieving stock. A warehouse labourer sees to it that accurate records are kept of all products packaged. Additionally, they commonly assist with updating and providing accurate records of inventory.
Role Accountabilities
· Manage and retrieve stock.
· Maintain organization in the warehouse.
· Actively monitor inventory.
· Maintain high standards of company etiquette and codes of conduct.
· Assist in other tasks as needed.
Specific Tasks
· Receive and track shipments.
· Embark merchandise in delivery trucks using appropriate tools.
· Accommodate and carefully handle fragile merchandise.
· Track and document exact shipment arrival and departure times.
· Tag and label merchandise.
· Label and stockpile merchandise according to size, shape, and type.
· Box, wrap and pack the merchandise in accordance with relevant procedures and standards.
· Prepare all orders for shipment.
· Record and manage all impaired or damaged merchandise items.
· Operate adequate merchandise management tools (for example, forklift).
· Enter data in inventory and logistics software programs.
· Perform other job duties as required such as helping the order desk, return stock on the production floor, truck driver.
Skills and Experience
· Able to multitask without getting overwhelmed.
· Someone who possesses physical stamina and manual dexterity.
· Organized and have time-management skills.
· Someone with great interpersonal and communication skills.
· A problem solver.
· Thorough and pay attention to detail.
· Adaptable, flexible, and open to change.
· Experienced with inventory and logistics software programs.
· Willing to receive on-the-job training.
· Willing to assist with other tasks as needed.
· Someone with physical skills such as strength and coordination.
· Able to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
· Motivated and hardworking.
· A high school diploma or GED certificate
· 1-3 years of experience in a similar role
· Forklift Operation Certification will be considered an advantage.
· Previous working experience as a Warehouse Labourer.
· Hands on experience with inventory and logistics software programs.
Other
· This position is required 100% on site.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00-$24.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person