Westlund is Canada's leading distributor of industrial pipe, valve, fitting, and specialty products since 1906. Known for our 'specialists serving specialists' approach, our team boasts deep expertise across various industries, including oil & gas, mining, and more. If you're seeking a career change, Westlund offers the stability of a well-established company and the opportunity to apply your skills in a dynamic and evolving industry. We value diverse experience and are excited to support your transition into a role where your contributions will drive real impact.
Westlund Cranbrook is currently hiring a full-time salaried Warehouse Associate, located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, picking, packing, and shipping orders. You will be the liaison between our sales team and customers, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries while maintaining our commitment to exceptional service.
What we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs
- Participation in our Pension Plan with Company Match
- Competitive Salary, including Profit Sharing
- 4-Day (10hr) Work Weeks
- Assistance with Moving Expenses
What you will do:
- Pick, pack, and ship customer orders with accuracy, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Carefully inspect, receive, and organize incoming inventory.
- Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
- Conduct regular inventory counts.
- Address product discrepancies (e.g., wrong, defective, or damaged items) directly with manufacturers or vendors, managing returns, exchanges, and freight claims to resolve issues efficiently.
- Communicate order status updates with the sales team to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintain a clean and safe warehouse by following health and safety guidelines and reporting any hazards.
- Be an integral part of our team and support other duties as required.
What we are looking for:
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent relationship-building skills with customers, vendors, and teammates.
- Ability to learn and operate material handling equipment.
- A strong work ethic and a desire to continuously learn and grow.
Preferred Skills:
- Proficient computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook are an asset.
- Forklift experience is an asset, but training will be provided.
- Valid driver's license.
Additional Information
Why should you join our team?
Westlund is a division of EMCO Corporation, one of Canada's largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry. We believe in creating endless opportunities for growth and development. Our supportive culture ensures you have the resources and encouragement to thrive every step of the way!
In addition, we offer you:
- Mentorship and On-the-Job Training: Learn from experienced professionals who are dedicated to your success.
- Stability and Core Values: Build your career with a solid, stable company that upholds strong ethical values and practices.
- Work-Life Harmony: We prioritize a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to excel both professionally and personally.
Next Steps:
Interested in a career with Westlund? We would love to hear from you!
Please submit your cover letter and resume by e-mail to [email protected].
EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
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