Warehouse Worker / Forklift Operator

Job Summary

The Warehouse Worker - Forklift Operator is responsible for operating different types of material handling equipment to complete operations for shipping and receiving. This position is also responsible for general labour tasks such as storing goods, maintaining accurate inventory records, picking orders, labeling, and packing, all while adhering to company policies and procedures.

Job description

• Operate different types of material handling equipment - counter balance forklift, high reach fork trucks, electric pallet truck.
• Unload and load cargo from and to truck trailers and various ocean containers
• Use RF scanners to receive shipments, hand pick orders, and transport products as applicable
• Check and put away received cargo to the designated areas
• Keep records of items received and report for any discrepancies
• Responsible for reporting damaged cargo coming into the warehouse; must be signed for as damaged and the damaged materials must not be shipped. Both instances must be reported to the warehouse supervisor immediately
• Place labels and stock inventory for received products from vendors
• Sort, organize, and store products in designated areas
• Print and/or check shipping orders
• Pick orders and prepare them for safe transport
• Measure, weigh, and physically count products
• Work on same day shipping
• Work in accordance with NECA SOP’s and our customers SOP’s
• Responsible for verifying all documentation (way bills, packing lists) • Use warehousing management system and maintain accuracy of inventory
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, objectives and business ethics
• Practice safe warehouse procedures, identify potential hazards, and recommend improvements where necessary
• Report any work-related injuries or accidents to Supervisor/Manager
• Maintain warehouse in a neat, orderly and efficient fashion • Various other duties as may be required

Qualification

• Experience in general warehousing with preference to a 3PL environment
• Required to operate Material Handling Equipment such as counter balance, reach trucks and electric and manual pallet trucks
• Experience with WMS, TMS, various courier shipping systems
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Average fitness level, lifting up to 50 lbs

Education and Certification

• High School Diploma
• WHMIS Training is an asset
• Forklift Certificate
• TGD Certificate is an asset

Job contacts

• All department employees including Temporary/Call-In employees
• Customer representatives
• Delivery companies
• Drivers

LOCATION AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Warehouse within Vancouver Branch
• Exposure to a noisy environment and possible outside weather conditions
• Some stress related to conflicting demands, deadlines and prioritization of tasks
• Some exposure to DG in the warehouse
• May have significant periods of standing, walking, carrying, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing or pulling
• Exposure to battery acid when driving and doing circle checks daily on the electric forklifts

MACHINERY/EQUIPMENT

• Material handling equipment – Counterbalance, High Reach Fork Truck, Pump-trucks (manual/electric), Carts
• RF scanners
• Computer
• Printer/scanner/copier
• Safety boots

**What We Offer!**

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage)
• RRSP/DPSP Plan with company matching
• Paid Time Off (vacation & sick time)
• Opportunities for career growth and skill enhancement

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Nippon Express. Please note only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Nippon Express is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require accommodation.

Please note that we use AI tools as part of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency.

Posting is for an existing vacancy.