Forklift Operator / Picker (Warehouse Person)

Be a part of a dynamic diverse team, here at Kuehne + Nagel!

Your Role

The role is responsible for moving materials within the warehouse and the loading/unloading of materials onto or from vehicles manually and utilizing material handling equipment (receive, store, pick, pack and ship).

Your Responsibilities

• Follows standard warehouse practices and work instructions required to maintain high levels of inventory and location accuracy. Documents and identifies all discrepancies to the warehouse supervisor or team lead;

• Accurately complete routine documentation, such as pick sheets, manifests, and unload lists;

• Perform a variety of physically demanding duties according to standard work instructions, such as manually loading and unloading goods;

• Demonstrates accuracy and efficiency in the execution of standard warehousing processes such as receiving, picking, packing, shipping, checking and loading customer orders and products;

• Participates in process-specific training and adheres to all work instructions and guidelines established by Kuehne-Nagel to comply with regulatory standards such as ISO and GXP;

• Demonstrates and maintains a skill set capable of operating a variety of equipment used in a traditional warehouse environment. Examples include but are not limited to: scanners, computers, scales, pallet jacks and a variety of motorized material handling equipment such as forklifts, clamps, power jacks, walkies and reach and turret trucks;

• Demonstrates and maintains professional interpersonal skills when dealing with internal and external personnel;

• Follows all company safety, security and housekeeping protocols. Respects; customers, company, property and equipment;

• Proactive in accident & incident prevention; complete applicable reports promptly and accurately when required;

• Other duties as assigned.

Available shifts & Pay Rate

Shift

Work Week

Hours of Work

Base Rate

Premiums

Day

Tue-Fri

7:00am - 5:30pm

$18.75

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Night

Mon

Tue-Thurs

8:00pm - 6:30am

7:00pm - 5:30am

$18.75

$0.75/hr

Weekend

Sat-Mon

7:00am - 7:30pm

$18.75

4-hr/week top-up

Your Skills and Experiences

• Minimum 2+ years' experience working in a Warehouse/Distribution Centre (picking, packing, receiving, shipping, returns, value added processing and sub-assembly) with pharmaceutical experience preferred.

• Certification operating (MHE) material handling equipment required (i.e. forward reach, dock stocker, clamp, single/double walkie, turret, order picker)

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs (repetitive)

• Excellent communication in English (verbal and written);

• Proven ability to work well both independently and as part of a team required;

• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with time-sensitive deadlines;

• Strong attention to detail and safetyregulations within business unit.

Candidates must present MHE license (from certified MHE training centre) at time of interview and be prepared to go through on-site testing (safety shoes and vest required). If successful, candidates must clear background check.

Good Reasons to Join

We are a multinational company offering excellent opportunities to grow your career in the logistics industry!

Kuehne + Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at ~~~ during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: ~~~ with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.