Material Handler

Russell Hendrix Foodservice Equipment is looking for a Material Handler to join our Winnipeg distribution centre team. This is a hands-on role at the heart of our warehouse operation: keeping products moving accurately, safely, and on time. If you're someone who takes pride in a hard day's work, values being part of a dependable team, and is looking for a stable role with room to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Who We Are

At Russell Hendrix Foodservice Equipment, we empower customers to succeed by providing high-quality foodservice solutions across Canada. For over 80 years, we've been a trusted partner to restaurants, hotels, and institutions nationwide, delivering industry-leading design, product solutions, distribution, and execution.

What It's Like to Work Here

We're a team of people who believe how we work matters just as much as what we achieve. Our values of respect, integrity, and accountability guide how we treat one another and serve our customers.

Our culture is defined by a strong customer focus, a mindset of winning as one team, a commitment to investing in success, and a genuine sense of care. We collaborate, support one another, and take pride in delivering great work together.

Joining Russell Hendrix means being part of a team that values your contributions, supports your growth, and gives you the opportunity to make a real impact in your role.

What's In It for You

• Flexible Health & Dental Benefits ⇨ Choose from a tiered benefits package that lets you select the level of coverage that best suits you and your family's needs.
• Life Insurance ⇨ Peace of mind with coverage.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program ⇨ 24/7 access to short-term counselling, as well as coaching, and financial and legal support.
• $400 Annual Wellness Benefit ⇨ Invest in your well-being with support for fitness, mental health, and personal development.
• Paid Volunteer Day ⇨ Give back to your community with one paid day off each year to volunteer.
• Excellent Employee Discount ⇨ Enjoy great savings on our products.
• Dynamic & Inclusive Work Environment ⇨ Be part of a team that values respect, integrity, and accountability.
• Opportunities for Growth ⇨ We support your professional development and career advancement through training, mentorship, and internal mobility.

What You'll Do

• Load, unload, and move products and materials to designated locations in the warehouse, assisting in picking and placing orders
• Check received orders and confirm that all inventory transactions are completed and documented
• Load, unload, and move products and materials by hand or with warehouse equipment
• Assist in taking inventory and weighing and checking materials as required
• Pick orders and prepare for shipping, including stacking, wrapping, and crating products
• Perform other handling duties such as counting, weighing, and sorting
• Put away received materials to proper storage locations
• Participate in clean-up and maintenance
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures and contribute to a healthy and safe workplace
• Perform other related duties as required

Where You'll Work

This is a full-time, onsite role based at our Chilliwack distribution centre. You'll work in a fast-paced warehouse environment alongside a dependable team, with a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and efficiency. This role requires the ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift and move materials of varying weight and size on a regular basis.

What You Bring

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience in a similar role in a warehouse or distribution environment
• Experience in the safe and efficient use of warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks, reach trucks, and forklifts

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of safe lifting and handling techniques
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in receiving, inventory, and order fulfillment
• Reliable and consistent, with an understanding of the impact this role has on the broader team
• Committed to workplace safety: for yourself and your teammates
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Russell Hendrix welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Russell Hendrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Russell Hendrix is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.