Warehouse Operator

We are Parallel 49 Brewing Company, a craft brewery based in the heart of East Vancouver. We were founded in 2012 by passionate craft beer enthusiasts and have quickly become a staple in the Canadian craft beer scene. We are looking for skilled and interesting people with great attitudes to complement our team while we remain a top employer in Vancouver and the craft beer industry.

The Warehouse Operator is responsible for all incoming and outgoing shipments from the Parallel 49 Brewing Company’s warehouse. They are responsible to safely operate warehouse equipment including pallet jacks and forklifts and maintain a clean, lean and organized warehouse.

We are looking for someone to fulfil the shift of Monday to Friday from 10am to 6pm. This will be a tempoary position starting asap and completing on October 1, 2027. There will be an opportunity to become permenant at that time based on operation levels.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive incoming shipments and verify the accuracy of the products received

• Loading and unloading trucks as required, including returning stock, pallets, etc. to inventory

• Prepare orders for delivery and shipment, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

• Maintain clean and organized work environment and adhere to all safety protocols

• Responsible for maintaining efficient product storage and movement

• Assist with inventory management, including tracking stock levels and conducting regular inventory audits

• Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks

• Maintain a safe working environment and follow all health and safety guidelines

• Utilization of handheld scanners and ERP system

• Perform other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a warehouse or similar environment is preferred

• Counterbalance Forklift and Narrow Aisle Forklift Experience (certification is preferred)

• Experience operating warehouse equipment is preferred

• Experience with inventory management, ERP software and scanners is an required

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience in the food and beverage industry preferred

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Working Conditions

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds

• Must be able to stand, bend and stoop for extended periods of time

• This position requires work in a warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures, loud noises, and potential hazards

Perks

• Fantastic team of people who are passionate about craft beer and sharing our brews with our community

• Employee Staff Card loaded bi-weekly with money for you to use in our Street Kitchen on food and beverage and in our retail store

• Staff discounts on food while you’re working and on days off

• We love to train our people and promote from within

Parallel 49 Brewing Company is committed to building a workplace that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusivity, and ensures equal opportunities for all team members and applicants. We are an equal-opportunity employer driven by our mission of creating great beer accessible to all.

We value and respect differences in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, and other dimensions of diversity. Our strong company culture supports our vision of a diverse, open, safe, and respectful workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members to talk openly, grow our understanding of others’ experiences and continue to learn how to improve our approaches.