Distribution Centre Associate

**Are you looking to join one of**Canada's Greatest Places to Work** and be a part of making it even better?**

“Better Workdays Start Here” is Mister Safety Shoes’ mission for both its customers and its team members. We are a proudly Canadian owned and operated company that specializes in safety footwear and clothing. Founded in 1972, we are continuously growing our presence across Canada through our retail store locations and ‘shoemobiles’. The values of caring, respect, and exceptional service start with our team. It’s a philosophy we live throughout the company, making workdays better for each other and our customers.

Our Distribution Centre is in an easily accessible location in Mississauga. Our DC associates take a lot of pride in the cleanliness and efficiency of our 16,000 sq. ft facility.

**What we offer**:
As part of our team, you'll enjoy the following perks:

- Competitive Wage: We offer a competitive wage to ensure you are rewarded for your contributions, we offer a starting wage of $18.90/hour.
- Bonuses: Your productivity is crucial to our success, so we provide bonus opportunities tied to productivity, offering you the chance to earn more as you excel in your role.
- Comprehensive Benefits: We offer fully paid benefits after 90 days of employment with us, this includes access to Health Benefits and Employee Assistance Program.
- Work Life Balance: You can expect to work a set schedule so that you can plan your life and enjoy your personal time. Did we mention that we are also closed on all statutory holidays - including Boxing Day
- Internal Development Opportunities: We provide opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization.

**What we are looking for**:
Under the direction of the DC Manager, the DC Associate is primarily responsible for duties related to receiving and shipping merchandise. Duties will include but not limited to:

- Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers
- Follows all safety standards and ensures that all company policies are being followed
- Follow and maintain 5S standards of the distribution center
- Build and sustain collaborative relationships & assist in creating a positive working environment
- Demonstrates the ability to work well under pressure, handles multiple tasks, and performs duties with a sense of urgency
- Protects the MSS brand by maintaining a professional approach with customers & and internal employees during and after work hours.
- Demonstrates professional etiquette through integrity, honesty, and respect
Strive to exceed group and individual performance goals
- Receive inbound merchandise and allocate to the appropriate storage area while ensuring the area is accessible and secure at all time
- Execute stock transfer requests initiated by retail and mobile stores
- Execute special customer shipping requests, determine the method of shipment and prepare bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents
- Assemble merchandise, pack goods to be shipped and affix identifying information and shipping instructions
- Maintain internal record-keeping systems
- Maintain storage area, rotate stock as required, replace and repair damaged packaging
- Ensure upkeep and safety standards are met at all times
- Ensure procedures for damaged goods are maintained
- Provide exceptional customer service to both, internal and external clients
- Identify new opportunities to add value and help others accomplish tasks
- Other assignments as directed by immediate manager or another manager

**Qualifications**:

- **Must be available to work 6am -2:30pm Monday to Friday**
- Previous warehouse experience is an asset
- Strong computer navigation skills
- Above average oral and written communication skills
- Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds repeatedly, long periods of standing, lots of walking, bending, twisting, squatting and climbing on a ladder up to ten (10) feet in height
- Flexibility to work different shift depending on the DC's requirements
- Experience using equipment such as a dolly, pump trucks, tailgate lift, computer terminal, printer, calculator, photocopier and fax machine is preferred

If you are a dedicated worker and have a people-first attitude, you will be truly valued, recognized, and rewarded.

**Mister Safety Shoes has been named a Great Place to Work® for 4 years in a row. We are proud to be a 2024 Best Workplaces in Canada, a 2024 Best Workplaces in Retail & Hospitality and ranked #86 in Best Workplaces in Canada for companies with under 1000 people.**