Warehouse Material Handler (Order Selector)

  • Job posted by : Gordon Food Service Canada Ltd. (GFS) (https://gfs.ca)

Job Description

Warehouse Material Handler (Order Selector) 

Employer: Gordon Food Service Canada Ltd.(GFS)(https://gfs.ca  

Business address: 38 Industrial Park Drive, Amherst, NS B4H 4R5 

Terms: 

Job Location: 38 Industrial Park Drive, Amherst, NS B4H 4R5 

Employment terms and conditions 

  • Permanent 

  • Full-time (40 hours/week) 

  • 10-hour shifts, 4 shifts per week, with a rotating day off 

  • Shifts start at 4:00 p.m., Sunday through Thursday 

  • Overtime and Statutory Holiday work may be required 

Salary 

  • Starting wage: $21.90/hour  

  • Salary increases per company policy, after6-month($22.29 /hour) and12-month($24.23/hour) employment milestones, and annual reviews 

  • Afternoon/night-shift premiumof $1.00/hour   

  • Performanceincentives  

  • Profit-Sharing (after 3 months of employment) 

  • Boot allowance 

  • Paid training 

Benefits: Disability, Dental, Extended Medical,Prescription Drugs, EFAP Benefits (after 30 days of employment, per company policy);Full flex benefits program,Company matching RRSP, Company food purchase plan (discounts) 

Vacancies: 10 

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible 

Requirements: 

Language: English 

Physical Capabilities 

  • Attention to detail 

  • Fast-paced environment 

  • Repetitive tasks 

  • Physically demanding  

  • Bending, crouching, kneeling 

  • Standing for extended periods 

  • Repeatedly lift, push, stack, pull and carry heavy items up to 80lbs (35 kg) 

  • Use hands and arms to reach and grasp products 

  • Lift above and below shoulder levels 

Work Site Environment 

  • Warehouse  

  • Work in all warehouse temperature zones:  

  • Grocery area is warm 

  • Cooler is approximately 1 or 2 degrees Celsius 

  • Freezer is approximately -20 degrees Celsius  

  • Moderate level of noise  

  • Exposure to and handling of all types of food products including seafood, meats, dairy, produce, spices, beverages and equipment 

  • Personal Protective Equipment required and provided by company (thermal freezer suit, gloves) 

  • Steel-toed bootsrequired 

Personal Suitability 

  • Effective communication 

  • Punctuality 

  • Motivated 

  • Positive attitude 

  • Goal-oriented 

  • Adaptable 

  • Accurate 

  • Analytical 

  • Proactive learning 

  • Client focus 

  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment  

Security and safety: Criminal record check 

Duties: 

  • Lift and load food service products onto pallets (3 lbs to 60 lbs, up to 80lbs), and prepare pallets for shipping to a customer location 

  • Operate power equipment safely (e.g., single pallet power jacks, forklifts) 

  • Accurately scan and select products for customer orders (involving number and description comparison, using a computerized inventory system) 

  • Communicate with all Warehouse management with respect to Material Handler operations  

  • Adhere to best practices and standards 

  • Ensure compliance with Health and Safety rules and regulations and Food Safety programs 

  • Adhere to the GFS Cornerstone Values and company policies and procedures 

  • May perform other related duties as needed  

 

How to apply 

Youth, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and?Newcomers to Canada are welcome to apply.  


         


Job # : 1496434
 June 08, 2026 - July 03, 2026
Job category : Construction
Vacancy : 10
Website : https://gfs.ca
Location : Others NS, Nova Scotia, CANADA