Cold Storage Warehouse Order Picker

Job title: Cold Storage Warehouse Order Picker

Company: Horizon Grocery + Wellness

Job description: Job Summary:The Cooler + Freezer Order Picker is responsible for filling customer orders in the cooler and freezer storage areas of our Warehouse, while meeting accuracy and productivity expectations. This position will be aware of all aspects of the general Warehouse operation, and may also be required to perform additional warehouse-related tasks as needed.Main Responsibilities:

• Pick products as indicated on individual pick lists
• Place products on pallet such that they are stable, secure and well-balanced
• Be familiar with warehouse layout, including directional access and location codes
• Meet and exceed expectations related to accuracy and productivity
• Adhere to safety standards, both in equipment use and in picking procedures
• Learn and follow steps to choose correct pallet for different customers
• Follow procedures when product is out-of-stock
• Place pallets in correct staging area (for QC to check or for shipping)
• As directed, wrap pallets and prepare for shipping
• Complete paperwork as required (pallet tags, tracking paperwork, etc.)
• Learn and follow spill clean-up procedures
• Participate in inventory as required
• Assist with general warehouse clean up/housekeeping

Qualifications + Expectations:

• High level of physical ability and endurance
• Ability to work in cooler and/or freezer for entire shift
• Lifting up to 55lbs
• Repeated lifting, bending, twisting, standing, reaching
• Attention to detail and focus on accuracy
• Ability to work autonomously; be self-directed and complete work independently
• Reading comprehension of alphanumeric codes
• Pallet Mover (Class 3 Code 8) and Reach Truck (Class 2 Code 2) experience preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of warehouse (distribution) operations and flow

Compensation + Working Conditions:This is a full-time, permanent position with a set schedule of Sunday to Thursday; Sunday is 9am to 5pm, Monday through Thursday is 3-11pm. The starting wage is $23.35/ hour with a paid meal break. There is also a $1/ hour premium for hours worked after 9pm. We have scheduled wage increases based on hours worked and a company-wide Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) annual wage review.Perks + Culture:Focus on Wellness

• Extended benefits for those regularly working more than 30 hours/week
• EFAP immediately upon hire
• Generous paid time off (3 weeks’ vacation and personal day)
• Paid sick time, including dependent sick time for those with children (up to 13 days per year)
• Fitness Subsidy
• Discounted grocery and wellness products and lunch program
• On-site gym
• Dog friendly office
• Scent-free environment

Focus on our Community:

• Partnerships with Quest Food Exchange and The Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre
• Paid volunteer hours

Focus on the Environment:

• Transit Subsidy – up to 100%
• Cycling Subsidy
• Indoor bike lock up area
• Recycling + Composting Program
• Partnerships with Urban Impact and Alvéole, an urban beekeeping company

Application Information:Please click to apply with your resume listing relevant experience. Must be located in the Lower Mainland and be able to commute to our locationHorizon is an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, colour, place of origin, gender, gender identity, age, religion, disability, family status, sexual orientation, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in any aspect of the application process, please contact the People + Culture department.Note: We thank everyone for their interest but only those advancing to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted. Only Lower Mainland candidates considered.About Horizon Grocery + Wellness:Horizon Grocery + Wellness is a leading distributor of organic and natural foods, household products, supplements, and natural personal care items, servicing thousands of locations across Western Canada. We thrive as a market leader via effective partnerships and primary relationships with our valued retailers and suppliers. We are a privately owned, 100% Canadian company with a 150,000 square foot Grocery facility and a 40,000 square foot Wellness facility located in south Burnaby, BC. Horizon Grocery + Wellness is the cornerstone of the Horizon Group, a privately held, Canadian-owned group of companies with distribution facilities servicing over 6000 customers across Canada.

Expected salary: $23.55 per hour

Location: Burnaby, BC

Job date: Fri, 11 Oct 2024 22:36:37 GMT

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