Essentra Components is a global market leader in plastic injection molded, vinyl dip molded and metal components. We have a history of over 65 years, producing essential components across a huge range of industries and applications. Our international network extends to 29 countries and includes 14 principal manufacturing facilities, 34 distribution centers, and 40 sales and service locations.

At the center of everything is our purpose, to responsibly provide the products and services our customers need to succeed. Put simply, our purpose is why we exist as a company. Many companies claim to be changing the world; we don't. But we do make a powerful difference to our customers. We make it work. Every one of us. Every day.

We supply low cost components used by manufacturing companies in their manufacturing process. Our primary target is B2B Manufacturers i.e. companies who build products used by other manufacturing companies.

We are hiring a full-time Warehouse Associate for our location in Alberta. The Warehouse associate is responsible for: engaging in inbound and outbound freight transactions; shipping/receiving activities, basic inventory management including cycle counts. The ideal candidate is reliable, customer-focused, works quickly and accurately and has a positive attitude. The standard work hours for this position are 8:00 - 5:00.

Responsibilities

Picking and packing customer orders

Operate a small reach truck and pallet jack to perform shipping and receiving job duties

Perform daily cycle counts of inventory to maximize inventory accuracy

Receive and put away inventory in bin locations

Lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis

Use computer inventory management program to document all inventory transactions, shipping receiving and material inquiries

Route and ship outgoing product quickly with minimal to zero inaccuracies using a variety of couriers and transport methods

Perform daily and weekly housekeeping activities (dispose of trash and maintain supplies)

Interaction with customers when required, in person and via telephone and email

Report Health & Safety data via company platform and participate in Health & Safety initiatives

Perform safety audits on equipment

Comply with all company policies & procedures

Other duties as required

Skills and Experience:

Strong communication and teamwork skills

At least 1 year of previous warehouse experience is preferred.

Experience with reach truck and pallet jack strongly preferred.

Ability to multi-task

Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft office

Attention to detail working with numbers and strong math skills

Self starter ability to work unsupervised

Problem solving

Must have own transportation no public transit