Mover/ Packer

**Company Overview**
Nippon Express Company, Ltd. (“NX”) was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo. NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities around the world. As a leader in the freight forwarding industry, the Company's successes and ingenuity are complemented by its global presence, and ultimately result in Nippon Express being one of the largest transportation providers in the world. Solutions, not numbers, are responsible for our success. Our commitment to develop successful solutions, which put information technologies and our vast network of resources to work for you, is what has enabled Nippon Express to lead the world in innovative logistics design

**Job Summary**
The Mover/Packer call-in position is responsible for assisting the HHG team on an as needed basis with the operations associated with the packing, moving and general transportation of our customers’ personal belongings as well as the loading/unloading goods for transportation to and from the warehouse.

**Duties & Responsibilities**
- Assist in the moving operations ensuring all cargo is handled according to company quality and safety standards
- Adhere to the instructions of the HHG staff and conduct yourself in a respectful and professional manner
- Practice safe moving procedures, identify potential hazards and recommend improvements where necessary to ensure operations are conducted in a safe, orderly manner
- Load the furniture and belongings of our customers onto the vehicle and unload at destination
- Ensure all cargo is secured and properly packaged for transport
- Attend at both customers’ residence as well as company facility to prepare goods for shipping
- Operate company vehicles including cargo vans, small trucks
- Various other tasks as may be required

**Qualifications**
- Previous experience in a warehouse environment
- Ability to lift and move products of various sizes and weights (up to 50lbs)
- Ability to understand and follow complex instructions
- Detail-oriented, attentive to their surroundings and able to notice any possible hazards
- Strong customer service skills
- Strong sense of professionalism
- Good work ethic and capable of handling repetitive tasks
- Able to work long, inconsistent hours
- Not mandatory but Japanese and Chinese language is an asset

**Education/Certifications**
- High school diploma
- WHMIS training is an asset
- Class “G” driver’s license
- Forklift certificate is an asset

***What We Offer**
- Paid Time Off (vacation & sick time)
- Opportunities for career growth and skill enhancement

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Nippon Express. Please note only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview._**

**_ Nippon Express is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require accommodation_**_._