Warehouse Material Handler - Night Shift

About the Role: Leis Pet Distributing is a privately owned company with a warehouse and office located in Wellesley, Ontario. As a full line distributor of pet food and accessories, we deliver to a network of over 900 independent Retail Pet Food Stores throughout central and south-western Ontario, northern and eastern Ontario and in the Maritime Provinces. Come and join a dynamic team and help us build the future! We are currently seeking a full-time, permanent Warehouse Material Handlers for our night shift. Location: 1315 Hutchison Road, Wellesley, ON Hours: Sunday – Friday, 10:00 pm - 6:00 am A Snapshot of the job: This position reports directly to the Operations Manager and is responsible for: * picking and filling orders from stock using handheld scanners. * packing and shipping orders. * managing and organizing product in assigned locations. * Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the warehouse to comply with health and safety regulations. * Conduct regular inventory counts and report discrepancies to management for resolution. * Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks safely and efficiently. * Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet daily operational goals and deadlines. * Rotating stock so that older dates are used first. What we have to offer you: * An opportunity to join a growing team in an industry that is rapidly expanding * Competitive wages * A comprehensive company paid benefit plan after 3 months of employment * A fun, “family”, pet-loving environment Minimum Qualifications: * High school diploma or equivalent. * 1 -3 years of warehouse experience * Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment * Strong team-player with a great sense of humour * Willingness to work overtime when required to ensure our customers’ needs are met * Ability to lift and move heavy objects safely (up to 50 lbs). * Legal authorization to work in Canada. Preferred Qualifications: * Certification in forklift operation or other warehouse equipment. * Familiarity with inventory management software and barcode scanning technology. * Strong understanding of workplace health and safety practices. Skills: The required skills such as physical stamina and attention to detail are essential for handling daily warehouse tasks like receiving shipments and preparing orders accurately. Basic numeracy and literacy enable you to maintain precise inventory records and communicate effectively with team members. Preferred skills, including forklift operation and familiarity with inventory software, enhance your efficiency and safety when managing stock and equipment. Strong communication skills facilitate teamwork and ensure clear understanding of operational procedures. Together, these skills support a productive, safe, and organized warehouse environment that meets company and customer expectations.

The material handler is responsible for picking, packing, and shipping orders while maintaining warehouse organization and safety standards. They will also operate warehouse equipment, conduct inventory counts, and rotate stock to ensure operational efficiency.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and 1-3 years of warehouse experience with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and the ability to work in a fast-paced night shift environment are required.

• Comprehensive company paid benefit plan

• TeamworkPreferred
• Warehouse operationsPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• Forklift operationPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

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• Warehouse operations
• Order picking
• Packing
• Shipping
• Inventory management
• Forklift operation
• Pallet jack operation
• Handheld scanners
• Numerical accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Safety compliance
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Stock rotation
• Physical stamina
• Pallet Jacks
• Physical Stamina
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Lifting Ability
• Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
• Literacy
• Barcoding
• Management
• Cleanliness
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Forklift Truck
• Order Fulfillment Management
• Warehousing
• Inventory Management System
• Numeracy
• Operations Management
• Safety Standards
• Stock Rotation
• Detail Oriented

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

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week