Receiver (Day Shift)

Job summary

The Receiver is responsible for unloading goods, verifying shipment accuracy against purchase orders, and entering product data into the warehouse management system. They must also assign pick locations, apply license plate numbers, and ensure all transport documentation is correctly signed.

Job details

Who We Are: At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We’re a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. Every item you pick, scan, pack, and ship safely plays a role in getting the right products to our stores and into the hands of Canadians who rely on us. We’re looking for team members who are motivated, reliable, and ready to contribute to meaningful work every day. If you’re looking for hands-on work in a supportive, safety-focused environment, this opportunity is for you. This posting represents a current opportunity at Giant Tiger. Job Title Receiver (Day Shift) About This Role: Giant Tiger Wholesale is looking to hire a Receiver for our 660,000 square foot distribution centre in Johnstown, Ontario! Do you want to learn more about what a career looks like with Giant Tiger Wholesale? Paste this link in your browser and check out our video here: https://youtu.be/fdz66L7FBgU What You'll Be Doing: Unloading of goods in a safe and efficient manner using a counter balance or low lift forklift; Verify items received for accuracy against purchase orders (ASNs); Report quality variances and ensure accuracy in the type and quantity of received product; Enter product information into computer systems; Assign active pick locations for new products; Apply License Plate Numbers (LPNs) verifying physical quantity of merchandise with quantity indicated on the ASN; Clearly sign all transport documentation and indicate any discrepancies; Complete non-compliance for vendors who do not follow GTW’s shipping standards. What You'll Bring: Completion of High School. Class G2 or higher driver’s licence Successful completion of a forklift training program; Familiar with material handling equipment; Excellent communication skills; Self-motivated; ability to work without direct supervision; Experience with or a basic understanding of personal computer is required; Voice picking or Manhattan Warehouse Management System (WMOS) experience is an asset. As part of your onboarding, you will be required to complete three days of paid machine training and successfully obtain in-house certification. Successful machine certification is a mandatory condition of employment as it is an occupational requirement. When You'll Work: Tuesday - Saturday, 6:00am - 2:30pm. All internal candidates must submit an updated resume. Giant Tiger is proud to offer a Total Rewards package designed to support your financial security, health, and career growth. This includes competitive compensation for all employees, as well as retirement savings support and comprehensive well-being benefits for our permanent team members. Hourly Rate $21.00 What Giant Tiger Offers: Competitive Compensation: The expected pay rate for this position is listed above, and Giant Tiger offers guaranteed increases based on cumulative hours worked. Please note that overnight shifts and working in our cold storage location qualify for hourly premiums, further increasing your earning potential. Retirement Support: We automatically contribute 6% of your annual earnings to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan account for you, fully funded by the company for all permanent, full-time employees. Health Benefits and Paid Time Off: Access to our flexible, cost-shared health and dental benefits plan (available after 3 months of full-time work) and annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days. Career Growth: Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long-term career. If you're looking for a place to grow and take on new challenges, you've found it. Store Discount: Enjoy savings at Giant Tiger stores with 20% off children’s, men’s, and ladies’ apparel and footwear, and 10% off health and beauty, grocery, toys, and housewares purchases, applied at the point of sale. Extra Perks at GT Wholesale, Johnstown: • Overnight Shift Premium $2.00/hour (if applicable), • 24/7 on-site gym access, • 24/7 on-site Micro Market, • Recognition program that celebrates great work with monetary rewards and other perks, • Annual allowance for CSA-approved safety footwear, • Parental leave wage top-up, • Company-paid machine training and certification, • Great Culture & Work-Life Balance: Be part of an amazing team that values safety, connection, and fun, with company-sponsored events throughout the year and a strong commitment to work-life balance. Our static, non-rotating shifts make it easy to plan your life with consistency and peace of mind. Location 1 Giant Tiger Blvd, Johnstown, Ontario, K0E 1T1 Job Requisition JR133432 Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices. Giant Tiger will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to all applicants. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please contact careers@gianttiger.com. Giant Tiger does not sponsor work permits. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and maintain authorization for the duration of employment. #LI-DNI

What you’ll do

The Receiver is responsible for unloading goods, verifying shipment accuracy against purchase orders, and entering product data into the warehouse management system. They must also assign pick locations, apply license plate numbers, and ensure all transport documentation is correctly signed.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid Class G2 driver's license, and successfully complete in-house forklift certification. Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently in a safety-focused environment are required.

Benefits

• Retirement savings support • Health and dental benefits • Paid time off • Store discount • On-site gym access • On-site micro market • Recognition program • Safety footwear allowance • Parental leave wage top-up • Company-paid machine training

Listed skills

• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Material Handling · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Forklift operation
• Material handling
• Inventory verification
• Computer literacy
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Safety compliance
• Warehouse management systems
• Material Handling Equipment
• Supervision
• Time Off Management
• Self-Motivation
• Communication
• Forklift Truck
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Merchandising
• Warehouse Management Systems
• Point Of Sale
• Coaching
• Loading And Unloading
• Wholesaling

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Retail
• Trades
• Receiver
• Warehouse Worker
• Freight Handlers
• Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand