Yard Worker

AlumaSafway is currently seeking full-time **Yard Worker **for our Paris, Ontario (51 Folsetter Drive, Unit 2, Paris, Ontario, N3L 0E2) yard.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Prepare, ship and receive materials;
- Ensure pallets and loads are built correctly;
- Load and unload trucks;
- Unpackage, count and repackage to return to stock customer returns;
- Sort, tag and distribute incoming shipments;
- Report quality variances;
- Support inventory control with accurate documentation;
- Confirm inventory transactions are complete;
- Operate lifting devices (i.e. forklifts, hoists, elevating platforms, lift beams and swivel hooks);
- Perform routine inspections on forklifts;
- Maintain an organized work area according to policies, procedures and safety regulations;
- Participate in clean-up of yard and facility;
- Ensure all paperwork is completed to standard;
- Perform all other duties as assigned;

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a warehouse/shipping/yard environment;
- Previous forklift experience required, valid forklift certification preferred;
- High school diploma;
- Must possess a valid driver's license;
- Must be detail oriented and able to maintain high standards of accuracy;
- Knowledge of safe lifting and handling procedures;
- Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of time;
- Ability to carry and move equipment and/or supplies in excess of 50 pounds;
- Ability to perform all duties in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety Act;
- Ability to work independently;
- Ability to determine the correct tools and equipment needed to complete a task;
- Able to effectively communicate, follow and understand verbal and written directions

**Salary**: From $20.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Paris, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- warehouse: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location