Shipper/receiver

**Leadbetter Foods.** is a Canadian consumer packaged meat and protein company. At our facilities, our employees work with various types of meat including chicken, pork, and beef. As this is a FULL-TIME permanent opportunity, we require the availability of atleast 44hours/week on a permanent basis. **Forklift experience is required.**

**The opportunity**

Ensure that all products received and shipped by Leadbetter Foods Inc. are handled in a manner to prevent contamination, damage or degradation. Work in a manner to ensure all loads get loaded / unloaded efficiently, FIFO is followed and everything is tracked properly in Traverse.

**Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life**:

- Responsible for scanning all outbound and inbound loads
- Ensure all finished goods and scan and loaded to EDC, MWDC or US.
- Responsible for, receiving dry ingredients/ Meat loads/ Maintenance Parts, etc.
- Responsible for receiving 3PL loads and ensuring inventory is correct
- Make labels for all products coming into the plant,
- Inventory counts when needed, dry ingredients and finish goods
- Able to drive a Walkie, counterbalance, high reach truck, forklift.
- Enter delivery inbound in SAP and, MIGO transactions as required,
- Able to complete QA checks
- Pick up and put away received product/components
- Located materials and supplies by pulling and verifying materials and supplies listed on production orders/production line
- Maintains material-handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections
- Additional duties as assigned by the Supervisor which could include:
**Food Safety/Quality**
- Responsible for correct allergen and material labeling
- Direct and coordinate personnel to ensure material is received and stored in the proper identified area as well as ensure FIFO/SOP are being followed
- Maintain shipping records, including tracking and shipping history information and

**Health and Safety**:

- Demonstrated ability to wear proper PPE and comply with safety requirements
- Pulling, pushing, twisting, bending, heavy lifting and standing
- Lift truck certified is required
- Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs

**Communication, Cooperation & Continuous Improvement Skills**
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and oral) and the ability to effectively communicate across various departments in English
- Positive interaction and information sharing with Associates and Salaried Team
- Ability to work independently without regular supervision
- Actively finding new and improved ways of completing tasks
- Willing to try new things and assume additional responsibilities
- Ability to establish priorities in their work area
- Previous experience working in Shipping/Receiving environment is an asset / preferred
- Must possess the ability to multitask, ensuring accuracy and completion for each task
- Must possess strong computer and/or data entry skills; experience with SAP systems is required
- Excellent time management, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to use a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Must be a team player

**What you will bring**:

- High School graduate or equivalent work experience
- 1-2 years’ experience working in a similar role is desirable but not essential as extensive training is provided
- Previous work experience in the food industry is an advantage
- Highly motivated with good communication skills, team oriented and able to work independently
- Adaptable and flexible
- Fork lift and pallet truck experience
- Ability to lift heavy weights
- Be able to work in a cold environment and stand for extended periods of time
- Fluent in English - spoken and written
- Computer and RF scanner experience is an asset

**What We Offer at Leadbetter Foods**:

- Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across Canada.
- An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
- Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing.
- Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
- Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.

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

Pay: Up to $23.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program

Licence/Certification:

- Forkl