Shipper/receiver/forklift Operator

**Warehouse Shipper/Receiver - New Hamburg - 9 am to 6:30 Shift - Monday to Friday**

**OVERVIEW**:
Looking for a job where you can work with a fantastic group people? How about a company that values your contributions? Pestell understands that our employees are integral to our success

Working in our large warehouse facility and reporting to the Distribution Manager, the Shipper/Receiver/Picker is responsible for the safe and efficient shipping, receiving, picking and storage of materials including mechanical and manual material handling.

**SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Frequent manually picking of 25 kg bags of product to meet order requirements.
- Safe operation of the counterbalance forklift and pump truck for loading and/or of trailers/trucks.
- Assisting with removal and placement of product into warehouse locations with the use of the forklift.
- Accurate scanning products in and out of the RF - Warehouse Management Scanning System.
- Accurate and timely picking of orders, processing receipts, shipments, consolidation and put away tasks and systems transactions.
- Safe movement of materials within the warehouse utilizing forklift equipment.
- Ensure optimal, organized and safe storing of products within the warehouse.
- Follow health and safety regulations and actively practice safe work habits and good housekeeping at all times.
- May be required from time to time to work a Saturday or Sunday, but very infrequent.

**QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS**:

- At least 1 years of counterbalance forklift experience - preferred but not necessary - will train and give you additional skills
- At least 1 years warehouse experience - preferred but not necessary - we will work with you and help you gain the experience.
- Previous RF scanning experience a plus.
- Accuracy and eye for detail are a must.
- Be able to work independently with mínimal guidance.
- Physical strength to endure repetitive manual lifting of 25 kg bags a must.
- Ability to prioritize workload and multitask to meet deadlines while under pressure.
- Ability to self-motivate and work well both independently and within a team.

**WORKING CONDITIONS**:

- Fast paced, stressful and physically demanding work - great for a good workout
- Overtime sometimes required.
- Warehouse environment with extreme temperatures - but we have perks - ice creaM/Freezes/popsicles for hot days
- Repetitive manual lifting for frequent order picking of 25kg bags of product - remember you are building/toning muscle AND we will save you time at the gym
- Safe operation of counterbalance forklift for material handling.

**COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS**:

- Personal protective equipment provided/required.
- Employees screened prior to entering the workplace.
- Social distancing guidelines in place.
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures are in place.

**Looking to earn even more as an employee of Pestell? We have opportunities for overtime and we have employee referral bonuses of $2000**

**About Pestell Nutrition**

Pestell Nutrition is a leading distributor of specialty ingredients in the North American animal nutrition market. We supply our customers with high-quality nutritional additives and ingredients for the animal nutrition and pet food industries. Since 1972, we have used our technical expertise to help our customers create and deliver nutritional solutions for high performance across Canada and the U.S. Pestell Nutrition is specialized in the global sourcing and supply of Feed Additives, Nutritional Ingredients, Macro and Trace Minerals, Pet Specialty Ingredients, and Ag Products.

In 2021, Pestell Nutrition joined forces with Barentz to lead the Animal Nutrition vertical for North America.

**About Barentz**

Barentz is a world class supplier of life science ingredients and specialty chemicals focused on improving the quality and length of life. We provide products that help our customers meet their formulary needs and achieve sustainability goals. We strive to change the conversation by creating value for our customers in a diverse range of end markets by providing technical and regulatory support and offering unique and creative solutions.

Our business leverages an infrastructure of industry leading technology, value-add services, global sourcing & logistics network, and a commitment to creating customer success. This philosophy has enabled Barentz to offer its customers and principal partners with North American capabilities while maintaining a local focus. Every day, we strive to deliver fantastic customer experiences.

If you are looking to join a great company and one that cares about their employees, Pestell is the company to join We are proud of our employees and their commitment to not only the company but to each other and in term we value them greatly If you think you have what it takes to join our team and benefit from the opportunities and perks here, please send us your resume.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

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