Shipping & Packing Co-ordinator

Filling orders and packing them up in parcels for delivery is a feel-good, fun and satisfying job, if you love tasking and keeping busy. Efficiency, accuracy, a high level of attention to detail and speed are the key to success in this position. If you’re good at these things and enjoy them, this job is your cup of tea

Better still, you can feel great about this role, because we are leaders in eco-friendly packaging materials and products

Every year over 500,000 tonnes of waste are generated from gift-wrapping in Canada. That number has grown massively because of the popularity of online shopping. Excessive waste in packing parcels, as well as using non eco-friendly materials for shipping is a major contributer of waste.

But that is not usSince 1992 we’ve been doing business differently, making products that are good for people and the planet with our locally made, sustainably produced, organic tea, skin and bodycare.

Our packing materials are zero-waste and/or low waste and are reusable, recyclable and intentionally mínimal to reduce waste. We avoid excess packaging entirely because even when it is recyclable, the energy used in initial manufacture or later recycling can result in a high carbon footprint. Our approach to packing parcels and making products in a truly eco-friendly way, continues to be rare as compared to other companies.

You’ll also get the opportunity to learn new skills and build experience. If you’re interested in growing your career with us, we have a long track record of staff who started out in entry level positions who have gone on to become assistant managers, managers and more
- Pick, pack and ship orders.
- Package, assemble, dispense, and label products.
- Perform other tasks as required, including cleaning, inventory, restocking, receiving, administrative and misc duties.

**To be successful in this role, you are**:

- Able to move quickly and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented and able to achieve a high level of accuracy, so that you can follow pick lists and product codes, ensuring the right products are shipped to the right customer. We pride ourselves on fulfilling orders accurately and quickly, so clients get their orders fast
- Able to follow guidelines, instructions and workflow.
- Organized and tidy.
- Proficient in verbal and written communication; able to follow instructions, packing slips, picking lists, sales receipts and invoices.
- Positive, have pro-active communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to stay calm under pressure; able to handle high-volume times, multitasking, multiple priorities, but also be effective and productive during down times.
- Careful and safety conscious—able to move and work mindfully and safely.
- Able, and happy, to work independently.
- Self-starter—once you learn the job, be able to see what needs to be done and do it.
- Self-motivated to create personal goals and create results.
- Committed to excellence and high standards. Able to follow company rules, procedures and systems that are in place.
- Proficient in computer and internet skills. Experience using MS Office, MAC OS and any POS system would be an asset.
- Have good basic math skills so that you are able to correctly count the number of items going into parcels, or do double counts of stock.
- Prior experience in any of these related positions is an asset but is not required: shipping and receiving, warehouse, manufacturing food products, prep or line cook, assembly, and any fast-paced working environment.

**Physical Requirements**
- This is a hands-on position. You’ll be on the move for your whole shift.
- Must be able to lift up 30 lbs. An asset if you can lift up to 50 lbs.
- Required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
- Able to stand for long periods of time and work from a standing workstation.
- You will be working around and/or use moving machines, such as dollies, carts, pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Able to do detailed work that requires good coordination, especially with the hands.
- Must be able to go up and down stairs and stepladders.

**COVID-19 Safety**

We are committed to providing a safe environment for employees and have a comprehensive COVID-19 Safety Plan in place, exceeding the standards set by WorkSafe BC. New employees will be instructed in all aspects of this plan and are required to follow all company policies.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Store discount

Schedule:

- Day shift

Work Location: In person