Our Story
Ames Tile & Stone Ltd. is a Vancouver born, Canadian company, founded by two brothers in 1912.
Fun fact: The partnership between the brothers lasted less than two weeks, but Ames Tile & Stone has lived on for over 100 years.
A family-owned business with a strong reputation built over four generations. Ames Tile & Stone is Western Canada's premier importer and distributor of high-quality ceramic and porcelain tile, luxury vinyl tile and complementary products.
We are a trusted partner in the industry, known for our commitment to exceptional customer service and delivering high-quality, design-forward solutions.
Family. History. Proud to be Ames Tile.
Why We Need You:
As the Warehouse Representative, you will be responsible for varied daily tasks such as performing shipping and receiving duties, restocking shelves, accepting incoming orders, processing and packing orders, and counting inventory.
You will play a key role in contributing to customer satisfaction by ensuring that orders are shipped in a timely, accurate, and safe manner.
What You'll Do:
- Utilize various equipment such as forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment for shipping & receiving, processing orders, and for moving and storing items.
- Develop constructive professional relationships with internal and external customers including but not limited to Ames Team Members, clients, end users, carrier drivers, and business partners.
- Performs shipping and receiving duties as required and manually picking/loading customer orders.
- Pick and pack orders accurately and efficiently.
- Maintain inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
- Inspect stock for damages and maintain clear records on all inventory.
- Maintains an organized, clean, and safe work area and equipment according to operating specifications, safety requirements and housekeeping standards.
- Conducts an equipment inspection before and after use and reports any defects to department supervisor.
- Actively participates within a team environment while being able to self-assess regarding safe work practices.
- Take all precautions necessary to operate safely with a focus on workplace improvement & safe storage and handling of product.
- Participates in all branch COR initiatives and follows all company safety manual policies.
- Ensures proper documentation (pick tickets) are filled out correctly, double-checked and signed by the customer.
- Champions excellent customer service and team player skills.
- Able to learn and use ERP system hand-held scanners.
- Ensures complete compliance with all Health and Safety policies and regulations.
- Assist with samples (sample production) as needed.
- Additional duties as required.
Why Ames? (Benefits & Perks):
- Work Life Balance Initiatives, Competitive Compensation.
- Annual Profit-Sharing Program, Referral Bonuses, Company Pension Plan.
- Comprehensive Benefits, plus a Health Spending Account.
- Employee Family and Assistance Program.
- Make a Difference Initiatives through the Ames Family Foundation.
- Professional Development (Tuition Reimbursement).
- Hobby & Wellness Allowance, Community Service (Volunteer) Days.
- Company Events (ft. lots of food), On-Site Starbucks Coffee Machine.
- Ames Tile & Stone Discount (Friends & Family).
- COR Workplace Certified, Best Workplace Certified Company!
- On-Site Parking.
Compensation: Compensation is dependent on the experience, education, training, certifications etc.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
