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:
Online:https://gfs.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/usjobs-gen-gfs/job/Amherst-Nova-Scotia/Warehouse-Associate_R-50839
Youth, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and?Newcomers to Canada are welcome to apply.