Shipper & Receiver
(Forklift Operator)
Union Position - Starting Wage $21.00 plus Benefits
Hours from 7:00 am to 3:30pm, and will change from 3:30pm to 12:30am (Monday thru Friday) after 30 to 60 days on the job (shift premium will be applied)
Who we are:
Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.
With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.
Columbia MBF, a division of Atkore, is a business that has been operating in Canada for over 15 years, and it is a safe and positive work environment with skilled individuals. The past several years has seen impressive growth for Columbia-MBF, and we are excited to be investing in new employees and positions with an eye towards the future. Our company offers a great opportunity for you to work in a team-oriented and fast paced environment while growing your career.
Who we are looking for:
We are currently searching for a
Shipper/Receiver to based out of Mississauga (GTA, Greater Toronto Area), ON.
Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, this person will be responsible for safely loading finished product onto freight carriers. Backup for Material Handler, as needed.
What you will do:
- Responsible for unloading and loading trucks.
- Packaging & unpacking all products, components, assemble sections and fill orders so they are ready for shipment.
- Able to operate forklift, hand truck or other equipment to load, unload, transport, and store goods.
- Assemble containers, crates, pack goods to be shipped, and prepare identifying information and shipping instructions.
- Review orders to determine loading layout on trucks.
- Oversee loading and unloading of goods from trucks, etc.
- Plan daily shipments on our truck.
- Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents, record shortages and reject damaged goods.
- Determine method of shipment, and prepare bills of lading for shipping, invoicing, and other shipping documents when orders are picked.
- Maintain internal record-keeping systems.
- Call customers to arrange for delivery of orders.
- Monthly inventory counts on conduit pipe.
- Re-bundle damaged conduit.
- Know safe storage and handling procedures for various chemicals and materials.
- Know proper shipping procedures for transportation of dangerous goods.
- Adhere to all Life Savings Rules, including Lock out tag/out (LOTO), machine guarding/bypassing safety controls, (PIT) powered industrials truck, safety protocols; OHSA, safety policies.
- Adhere and follow to all other Atkore policies, such as Respect and Harassment, Workplace Violence, Free Workplace of Drug and Alcohol, etc.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
What you will bring:
- High school Diploma or GED
- One to Three (1 – 3) years of experience working as a Forklift Operator, certification is preferred; (training will be provided)
- One to Three (1 – 3) years of experience as a Shipper & Receiver, in a Warehouse / Distribution Centre experience is required.
- Ability to perform simple math including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and take measurements.
- Ability to drive a forklift and must have a valid licence.
- Must display very good organization and time management skills.
- Must be able to consistently work under pressure and simultaneously prioritize multiple projects.
- Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
- Able to daily use of hand-tools, standing, bending, kneeling and frequent lifting and moving of 50 lbs;
Within 3 months, you’ll:
- Complete any required training
- Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
- Be well-versed in Atkore’s Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations.
Within 6 months, you’ll:
- Understand Atkore’s inventory system used for raw material and finished goods
- Have gained increased knowledge about general processes within the facility; how different departments interact and the workflow within each of them, how it relates to final products being shipped out each day
- Establish working relationships with all department colleagues and management team members
Atkore is committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team
strives for breakthrough results,
stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully
supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavor to move us forward.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
Atkore offers reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of the job, under the Ontario’s AODA.
