Summer Student

3 weeks ago

Nanaimo, Canada Flocor Inc. Full time

Flocor Inc., is subsidiary of Deschenes Group Inc. and a leader in the industrial pipes, valves and fittings distribution industry. We are searching for a Material Handler summer student for our Nanaimo, BC Warehouse site. The individual is responsible for the daily movement of product, materials and machinery inside and outside of the warehouse facility using a combination of manual and mechanical means.

**CONTRACT POSITION**:
4 MONTHS

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Locate and pick product and materials as per customer order requirements, use computer information or paper documentation to build order to completion, tag/label and prepare order for shipment, ensure all documentation relating to customer order is complete and filed
- Follow daily delivery schedule to ensure orders are picked and completed on time and in proper sequencing for efficient loading
- Load trucks, load in proper sequence for efficient delivery, ensure all product/material loaded is secure and safe prior to vehicle movement
- Unload trucks, ensure correct documentation is received and completed, receive and re-stock inventory, verifies accuracy of product/material match with labels, bins/shelving/storage locations, places inventory in correct location, advises of any errors or discrepancies
- On a daily basis, ensure all equipment is in good working condition, pre-start up and maintenance checklists are completed and submitted; to immediately communicate mechanical/maintenance issues to supervision
- Ensure warehouse and storage yard is properly maintained in a clean and orderly manner; products, materials and machinery are moved and stored in a safe fashion, snow removal when necessary
- Respond to warehouse inquiries as required/requested; liaise with sales personnel as required/requested, to actively assist in the identification, communication and correction of warehouse errors
- Participate in and promote the Company Health and Safety Program; to undertake training as required/requested; to ensure adherence to all Health and Safety guidelines
- Participate in warehouse physical inventory
- Assist customers at warehouse sales counter as required/requested
- Other duties as assigned

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Minimum 1 year experience in warehouse environment, preferable with experience operating mechanical devices. Background knowledge in mechanical/industrial pipe and fittings is an asset
- Actively enrolled in a post-secondary school (College/University)
- Must be physically fit (walk, lift, climb)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Self-starter, well organized with ability to multi-task and work with changing priorities and mínimal supervision

**We are an employer of choice**

Professional growth and training are an essential part of staff development, including;
- On the job training
- Product knowledge training
- Mentoring/leadership program
- Professional development webinars and seminars

**Why this position may be right for you**
- Canada's Best Managed Companies
- Competitive Salary
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Employee Focused Programs
- A Supportive and Positive Work Environment.
- We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted in relation to an employment opportunity, please advise our Human Resources department or hiring manager of the accommodation measures if required which would enable you to be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially._

**Job Types**: Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Nanaimo, BC V9T 3Y4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Are you currently enrolled in Post Secondary Education?

**Experience**:

- warehouse: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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