Shipping / Receiving Technician

**Are you looking for challenging position in a dynamic environment? We are looking for conscientious, motivated, self
- starter who takes pride in their work.**

Aevitas Inc. is a leader in the environmental services industry. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced work environment and are committed to providing the highest level of customer service in a dynamic, exciting work environment.

We are looking for a **Shipping/Receiving Technician** for our **day shift (M-F, 8 am to 4:30 pm)** who has **experience within the hazardous waste or chemical industries**.

This is a full-time, position with a total compensation plan including:

- Comprehensive benefits package with prescription drug, extended health, dental and optical.
- Employee and family assistance program.
- Generous paid time off including paid personal and sick days.
- Premiums for employees who work differential shifts.
- Overtime after 40 hours in a week.
- Team bonding events including BBQ’s, golf tournaments and Holiday parties.

**Responsibilities: (All Training provided)**
- Data entry in proprietary programs
- Various tracking activities and documentation
- Various reporting activities (daily, monthly, yearly)
- Determine waste classification and characterization; ensure waste samples obtained and analyzed for incoming material
- Ensure materials are packaged in proper containers, proper shipping documents are prepared and labelled in accordance with applicable regulations
- Count, weigh and measure incoming and outgoing materials; compare identifying information against manifests, bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records; identify and communicate discrepancies
- All paperwork and tasks associated with Aevitas Courier Program
- Operate material handling equipment as required including forklift, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies
- Complete inventory counts of supplies as needed
- Work with suppliers in order to ensure appropriate levels of supply inventories are maintained within the facility
- Obtain quotes per procedure and arrange for services of outside vendors with respect to facilities, machinery and equipment as required or requested by Operations and Facility Managers
- Obtain pricing and quotes on new products or new sourcing of current products as requested by Operations and Facility Manager
- Prepare POs and submit invoices to accounting for payment in a timely manner
- Pick up supplies and tools using company vehicle
- Other duties as required and assigned

**Qualifications**:

- One to two years experience working as a shipper/receiver
- One year experience placing purchase orders an asset
- Knowledge of chemical and waste management and TDG an asset
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Experience working within **Chemical or Hazardous Waste industry**:

- Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
- Display and maintain a strong and positive work ethic.
- Enjoy working independently and within a team

Accommodations are available on request for persons with disabilities.

**Job Type**: Permanent

**Salary**: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Application question(s):

- We are located in an industrial area with limited public transportation. Do you have a class 5 license and reliable transportation?
- What is your hourly wage expectation?

**Experience**:

- Shipping & receiving: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person