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WAREHOUSE ORDER PICKER

Burnaby, BC
CA$23 - CA$24/hour
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Medical and dental coverage after probation
Paid time off
Paid sick time

About the role

The Order Picker is responsible for manually filling customer orders in the 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

QUALIFICATIONS + EXPECTATIONS:
– Minimum 1-year picking case-sized items preferred
– Experience using warehouse equipment (i.e. ride-on pallet mover) is preferred
– Solid attention to detail and experience palletizing product of verying shapes+ sizes is required
– Ability to work independently and stay on track to meet productivity goals
– High level of physical ability and endurance, including ability to lift up to 55lbs
– Repeated lifting, bending, twisting, standing, reaching
– Knowledge of warehouse (distribution) operations and flow

COMPENSATION + WORKING CONDITIONS:
This is a full-time, permanent position; the schedule is Monday through Friday on the afternoon shift (3-11pm). The starting wage is $22.65/hour with a $1/hour premium for hours worked after 9pm. We have scheduled wage increases based on hours worked and an annual company-wide Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) wage review.

PERKS + CULTURE:
Focus on Wellness:
– Medical + Dental and Extended Benefits after probation, EFAP immediately upon hire
– Generous paid time off
– Paid sick time
– Health + Well-being 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

Focus on the Environment:
– Transit Subsidy
– Cycling Subsidy
– Indoor bike lock up area
– Recycling + Composting Program, including multiple zero-waste boxes
– Partnership with Urban Impact

APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please apply HERE with your resume listing relevant experience. Applications without a resume will not be considered. Must be located in the Lower Mainland and be able to commute to our location.

Horizon 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.

About Horizon Grocery + Wellness

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We remain committed to the core principles of our founders who believed that preservatives and chemicals didn't belong in our food. They understood how these substances affect our health and end up in our rivers and oceans, damaging our beautiful planet. We are driven by a desire to bring clean, healthy products to our Canadian community in order to preserve, protect and restore the health of the earth

Description

As Western Canada's largest distributor of organic and natural products in the dry, chill and frozen categories, Horizon thrives as the stable market leader via effective partnerships and primary relationships with our valued retailers and trusted vendors. From our 150,000 square foot facility in the outskirts of Vancouver, BC, we service a wide range of customers including major natural, grocery and independent grocery chains, and a variety of independent natural food stores, buying clubs, wholesalers, delis, restaurants, bakeries and commissaries

The Horizon Group of Companies Horizon Organic & Natural is the cornerstone of the Horizon Group, a 100% Canadian, privately-held national network of businesses active in the distribution, importing, private-labelling and brand management of organic and natural foods, health and beauty products, environmentally friendly household products and nutritional supplements. With more than 20,000 SKUs nationwide and servicing over 4,000 outlets, the Horizon Group of Companies offers a regional focus within a national network.

As an employer, Horizon is dedicated to providing an employment environment where each person is respected and valued as an individual and at the same time as a contributor to the business.

We aim to provide goods and services that make a positive contribution to society and a workplace where active involvement and participation is encouraged and expected.

604.524.6610 1.800.663.1838 generalinquiries@horizondistributors.com