Imperial Dade Canada, leading national distributor, has a job open in our ProTech division in Dartmouth, NS, a Hybrid Local Driver and Warehouse Specialist. Imperial Dade is the leading distributor of foodservice packaging, facilities maintenance supplies and equipment in the U.S. As a provider of customized supply chain solutions, the company serves customers in many business-to-business market segments including supermarkets, healthcare facilities, universities, and restaurants. Founded in 1935 and headquartered in New Jersey, Imperial Dade serves more than 80,000 customers through a footprint of 100+ branches.

The hours and shift for this role are 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities:

Driver Responsibilities:

• Driving delivery equipment within the surrounding areas responsible for delivering product to our customers in a safe and professional manner, on time and accurately.
• Loading and unloading stock in a secure manner for safe, damage-free transportation
• Verifying all orders at time of delivery and delivering orders to meet customer specifications
• Ensuring equipment and truck are in good working condition through adherence to delivery maintenance procedures
• Familiarity with the completion of delivery registers and paperwork to ensure stock is accounted for.
• Must be flexible regarding work hours
• Able to work extended hours, which may be required from time to time

Warehouse Responsibilities:

• Picking orders and loading trucks
• Ensure that stock is loaded safely, accurately and efficiently
• Report any discrepancies to the Lead Hand and/or Warehouse Supervisor
• Assist with daily warehouse housekeeping tasks
• Perform Daily Circle Checks on material handling equipment before being used and complete the Daily Circle Check Form

Qualifications:

• High school graduate and/or related experience.
• Class 5 drivers License
• Two years of professional local deliveries.
• Previous warehouse experience required.
• Current TDG/WHMIS knowledge would be considered an asset
• Ability to use power loading equipment
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member
• Good communication skills required (able to read, write and speak English)
• Good understanding of computer and phone use.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Dependable and reliable
• Good decision making skills and ability to work independently

Working/Other Conditions:

• Able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• Ability to work extended hours from time to time.

At Imperial Dade, we offer an exciting environment in which to work, learn, and grow professionally. We are excited to continue to invite talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team. As a family-owned and operated company, we value our people and strive to create rewarding career opportunities by offering competitive salaries and benefits, Pension, Life Insurance, and a generous Paid Time Off Package.

Imperial Dade is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. If you require any support in the application process, including disability accommodation, please contact hrcanada@imperialdade.com, or call (514) 367-1111.