Shipper / Receiver / Driver

Job DescriptionAs a Material Handler, you will be responsible for picking, packing, and shipping customer orders as well as counting, verifying, receiving, and putting away incoming vendor material and customer returns. A high attention to detail will ensure exceptional levels of customer service and satisfaction.Additional duties will include:Follow all Health and Safety rules and legislation while performing job functionsLoad and unload trucks, operate forklift and other material handling equipmentReceiving duties include:Upon unloading vendor shipments or customer returns, obtain the packing slip and verify material received. Note any discrepancies or damaged materialPrint and verify the computer receiving documents and enter material received into the computer systemIdentify special order material and damaged material and store in proper locationNote all shipping discrepancies on freight carrier’s Bill of Lading, initiate freight claims and forward paperwork to appropriate teammate Picking, packing, and shipping duties include:Pick material for customer orders, counting and comparing items to the shipping documentationAssemble material and pack appropriately for pick up or shipment to customerComplete documentation for any shipments being delivered via third party carrier or requiring Transportation of Dangerous Goods documentationInform the Supervisor of any inventory discrepancies and damaged/defective material that would impact customer service levelsMaintain warehouse cleanliness and safety by removing empty cartons, metal banding, pallets, and other debrisInform Warehouse Supervisor and/or Profit Centre Manager of any safety issues within the warehouseAssist teammates in servicing customers at the counterPerform other tasks as requested by the Profit Centre ManagerAs a Driver, you will load trucks, make deliveries and pickups at both customer and vendor locations. You will work in a safe manner in accordance with all laws, regulations, and company policies. You will be friendly, observant, and able to determine customer needs and communicate that information back to the Profit Centre Manager or Warehouse Supervisor.Additional duties will include:Drive the EMCO truck in a safe manner and in compliance with company policy, applicable traffic laws and provincial Ministry of Transportation legislation. Destinations include job sites, customer facilities, vendor facilities, other EMCO locations, other wholesaler facilities and any other location as directed by managementPick customer orders and load the truck at the Profit Centre with material to be delivered curb side to customers or vendors while ensuring the necessary equipment to safely load the truck is availableSecure loads properly following all legislation, ensuring nothing will shift, get damaged or fall from the truckComplete pre-trip inspections and inform management of any mechanical problems with the truckAt the end of the workday, ensure that the driver’s log is completedUnderstand the shipping documents, including Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), that are associated with the material for each deliveryUnload the correct material at each location and place it where the receiving party wants it and obtain a signature from the receiving partyWork with customers at the delivery site to resolve shipping discrepancies quickly and accuratelyLoad the truck at other locations including material picked up at vendors and returns by customersProvide sales leads by noting prospective customers discovered in the course of making deliveriesUnderstand and follow all safety regulations at all customer locations as well as at the Profit CentreSupport all Profit Centre activities as part of the Profit Centre teamQualificationsGrade 12 diploma or equivalent; College and/or University degree an assetA minimum of 1 year of warehouse experienceA clean driver’s abstract that demonstrates good driving skills in compliance with company policyExperience driving a truck and making deliveries preferredKnowledge of the laws and regulations governing driving motor vehicles and commercial vehicles subject to Provincial Ministry of Transportation regulationsUnderstanding of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods ActAbility to safely operate a delivery vehicleOutstanding customer service and verbal communication skillsAble to develop comprehensive product knowledgeAbility to learn to safely operate a forklift and any other material handling equipmentPossess a high level of attention to detail and accurately process ordersAble to learn and operate the applicable software system used to process ordersIntermediate math skillsPreferred Skills:Previous experience with or knowledge of plumbing and building products sold at the Profit CentreExperience using Word, Excel, and OutlookAdditional InformationWhy Join Our Team?EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry. We have endless opportunities for you to grow and develop in your career and a culture that prides itself in supporting you every step of the wayIn addition, we will offer you:Great mentors and on-the-job trainingGrowth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharingA career with a solid, stable company with strong core valuesParticipation in our pension plan with employer contributionsWork-life balance and flex time