Temporary - Loader Operator

Job summary

The Loader Operator is responsible for moving stock between the plant and shipping yard while loading and offloading trucks safely. They must also complete receiving paperwork, maintain housekeeping, and pick and pack orders using an RF scanner.

Job details

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.​ This position is Monday to Friday 8 hours/day Hourly Rate = $25.58 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May include, but are not limited to, the following: Moving stock between plant and the shipping yard Loading and offloading trucks Communicating with truck drivers and making sure all loads are loaded safely Completing receiving paperwork Housekeeping and restocking the stock Picking and packing the orders by using DSI scanner Completing all orders including piecework Completing any tasks requested by Supervisor or Lead Hand Following all safety rules Completing all required training COMPETENCIES/ABILITIES REQUIRED Safety centered Fluent in English – speaking, reading and writing Strong attention to details, organized and being focused on the task at hand is extremely important Must be an employee in good standing for attendance and performance Communicate in a professional manner and have strong communication skills Positive attitude, team oriented and willingness to learn Ability to work safely and efficiently under pressure Flexible and adaptable to change Ability to pick and pack the orders Ability to use RF scanner and complete all orders by using RF scanners Ability to operate all forklift sizes in the shipping department Ability to complete all receiving documents Forklift certified and maintain a valid BC driver’s license Experience as a Shipping Loader Operator at Westlake Pipe & Fittings or equivalent Demonstrating a good working knowledge of safe and efficient truck-loading procedures is an asset Good knowledge of various pipe and fittings SKUs with regard to the yard/warehouse locations is an asset Must have the ability to work staggered shift schedule as per Collective Bargaining Agreement Basic knowledge of computer skills Ability to follow instructions as directed by Supervisor Results Driven The ability to work under all weather conditions Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation. If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

What you’ll do

The Loader Operator is responsible for moving stock between the plant and shipping yard while loading and offloading trucks safely. They must also complete receiving paperwork, maintain housekeeping, and pick and pack orders using an RF scanner.

Requirements

Candidates must be forklift certified and hold a valid BC driver's license with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Strong attention to detail, English fluency, and the ability to work in all weather conditions are required.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Warehouse operations · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Forklift operation
• RF scanner
• Shipping and receiving
• Inventory management
• Safety compliance
• Communication
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Warehouse operations
• Pipe and fittings knowledge
• Documentation
• Physical stamina
• Professionalism
• Lifting Ability
• Positivity
• Willingness To Learn
• Forklift Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Housekeeping
• Computer Literacy
• English Language
• Forklift Truck
• Warehousing
• Legislation
• Stock Keeping Unit
• Stock Selection Criterion
• Writing
• Team Oriented
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Transportation
• Loader Operator
• Warehouse Worker
• Freight Handlers
• Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand