The Opportunity :
Scope of the position
The Warehouse Associate performs warehouse duties and functions to support inventory integrity, order processing †picking, packing, staging, shipping, and general maintenance and housekeeping duties to ensure a safe, clean, and orderly work environment.
The position will be based out of our Central Warehouse located at 8028 North Fraser Way, Burnaby, BC.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Accurately receives and effectively puts away product to utilize time efficiently.
 
- Receives product from branch transfers to fulfill customer orders.
 
- Receives product, process customer backorders and branch stock replenishment in order to have product available for sale.
 
- Accurately picks and prepares shipping orders to meet shipping cutoff times and processes orders according to all regulatory standards.
 
- Replenishes and maintains showroom stock to create an appealing well-stocked environment for customers.
 
- May be assigned facilities maintenance duties as needed (sweeping, dusting, and mopping).
 
- Supports customer service by assisting customers in picking up and loading product.
 
- Actively participates in all regulatory training and other company training initiatives.
 
- Participates in annual inventory.
 
Skills and Qualifications
- Warehouse experience an asset, but not required
 
- Highly reliable with exceptional work ethic
 
- Able to follow verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision.
 
- Is open to feedback and takes responsibility for personal development.
 
- Employees in this position must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and heavier loads with assistance;
 
the majority of time is spent standing and walking. You must have the ability to climb, bend, squat, reach, grasp and lift.
- Must have flexibility in their work schedule as they may be asked to work an occasional Saturday.
 
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks.
 
- Works easily with others in a high paced work environment.
 
- Be energetic and self-motivated.
 
- Maintain a business-like manner at all times.
 
- Dedicated to continuous improvement.
 
- Excellent communication skills.