Warehouse and Logistics Associate 1 - (12‑Month Contract)

Job summary

The associate is responsible for shipping, receiving, material handling, and inventory control tasks within the warehouse. Primary duties include unloading trucks, processing inbound shipments, picking orders, and preparing goods for shipment.

Job details

Position: Warehouse & Logistics Associate 1 Location: Richmond Hill, ON About Compugen Compugen is Canada's largest privately-owned Technology Ally. To innovate industries, transform businesses, connect communities, and drive meaningful change, we must think bigger, reach broader, and act bolder. Through knowledge, curiosity, and collaboration, Compugen helps organizations delivering experience by design. This is what it means to be human-centered and technology-enabled. Dreaming, designing, and delivering isn't just a mantra for us — it's a way of life. We believe that technology is the conduit, but our people – they are the connection that truly makes the magic happen! Our Culture We are a human-centered culture where we prioritize your well-being and are invested in helping you reach your fullest potential. We're not only focused on achieving our goals — we're dedicated to helping you achieve yours. If you're relentlessly curious, driven to make a difference, and collaborative at the core, then you belong with us. Position Overview: The Warehouse Associate will work within the Operations Warehouse & Logistics team, responsible for carrying out various shipping, receiving, material handling and inventory control tasks. This role will focus primarily on order picking and material stocking but will be engaged cross-functionally to enable flexibility within the team to adjust to the changing needs and priorities for the day. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is passionate about learning, relentlessly curious, collaborative, and has a desire to make a difference. Key Responsibilities: Receiving : Unload inbound trucks and trailers and stage goods in receiving lanes Process inbound shipments which includes sorting, quality checking, count verification etc. Complete stocking tasks Order Picking: Retrieve goods from storage locations as per details of pick slips Deliver goods to applicable area for configuration/shipping Retrieve product and deliver to staging Complete applicable computer transactions for documentation Shipping: Retrieve orders from shipping lanes Prepare orders for shipment Process orders with appropriate tracking information General: Lift, move, reposition equipment; ensure cleanliness and organization of warehouse facility Open, close, tape and label packages; wrap product Stack and unstack product; move pallets Support Inventory Control team as needed Adhere to all Health and Safety protocols at all times Skills & Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent 1 - 3 years of experience in a warehousing, logistics and transportation environment is beneficial Fully trained for fall arrest and working at heights Proven proficiency with use of computers, computerized business management systems and use of RF scanners Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work in a fluid and fast paced environment, with frequent short timelines. Fully licensed and experienced in the operation of Reach truck (with reverse steering), Powered Pallet truck, Order Picking Platform truck would be an asset Ability to work overtime (evenings and weekends) to respond to customer (internal or external) needs What Compugen Offers You: Exciting, fast-paced challenging work environment A culture where authenticity and diversity are valued Professional development Participation in Women in Technology Network Opportunities to give back to our local communities Collaborative supportive team members Work/life flexibility Equity Statement At Compugen, we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We actively recruit from all groups, including women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. We recognize the importance of removing barriers to participation and provide accommodation upon request to all applicants throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, our People & Culture representatives will work with you to meet your needs in a confidential and respectful manner. We believe everyone deserves a seat at the table-and we are taking deliberate action to make this a reality.

What you’ll do

The associate is responsible for shipping, receiving, material handling, and inventory control tasks within the warehouse. Primary duties include unloading trucks, processing inbound shipments, picking orders, and preparing goods for shipment.

Requirements

Candidates should have a high school diploma and ideally 1-3 years of experience in warehousing or logistics. Proficiency with RF scanners, computers, and certification for working at heights and reach truck operation are highly valued.

Benefits

• Professional Development • Women In Technology Network • Community Give Back Opportunities • Work/Life Flexibility

Listed skills

• Inventory Control · Preferred
• Material Handling · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Shipping And Receiving
• Inventory Control
• Order Picking
• Material Handling
• RF Scanners
• Reach Truck Operation
• Powered Pallet Truck Operation
• Order Picking Platform Truck Operation
• Computer Proficiency
• Fall Arrest Certification
• Working At Heights Certification
• Communication Skills

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Transportation
• Trades