Warehouse Driver
Why Join our Team? At Vallen, we embrace what makes us unique. We thrive on the diversity of our associates and the different ways each of us contributes to Vallen’s success. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive company that values the growth of our associates. When you join Vallen, you become part of our winning team. Our vast network of connections is here to help you transform your job into a career. Vallen is an industry leader in delivering flexible supply chain solutions while creating value for our customers, our supply partners, and our associates.
Vallen currently has a full time permanent opening for a Warehouse Driver in our Nisku Branch.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide support for basic warehouse operations as required
- Loading and unloading materials in warehouse
- Picking orders and preparing them for delivery
- Monitoring and tracking inventory as per company procedures
- General cleanup and other tasks as required
- Adhering to standards/processes in warehouse operations
- Performing other related duties and safety checks as required
- The ability to meet deadlines for shipment ‘cut-off’ times to customers while simultaneously coordinating multiple projects.
- The ideal candidate will be a team player with the ability to work effectively with other warehouse personnel.
- Follow proper company policies and procedures when handling paperwork and inventory.
- Make deliveries as scheduled and perform additional duties (such as loading/unloading, order-picking and packing) as assigned by the warehouse supervisor.
- Steel-toed boots are mandatory. When necessary, additional Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats and safety glasses are supplied.
The ideal candidate will have the following required qualifications:
- Previous warehouse or retail experience considered an asset
- Valid driver's license with a clean driver’s abstract.
- Must be able to speak, read and write English
- Ability to problem solve
- Strong organizational skills
- Focus on customer service
- Dexterity with small tools such as a utility knife
- Excellent physical condition - ability to lift up to 60 lb.
- Ability to operate a forklift is considered an asset
- Hand/eye coordination
- Prolonged standing/walking
- Safe use of a ladder
- The ability to exhibit team spirit in the branch, and effectively interface with department personnel, while working in a fast-paced environment.
Forklift certification and an understanding of ISO procedures, Workplace hazardous Materials information System (WHMIS) and Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) regulations would be considered an asset.
What’s it like working at Vallen? Upon joining our team, you will become part of a supportive, family-oriented culture where you will be led by a president who fully believes in having an open-door policy. Your suggestions will be heard, and your hard work will be rewarded.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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Equal Opportunity Employer - Ethnically and Culturally Diverse/Females/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- warehouse: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
