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About the Role

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for the accurate and seamless processing of incoming and outgoing shipments. This role involves loading and unloading shipments, inspecting contents and quality, and potentially assisting with freight appointment scheduling. The position requires understanding the impact of warehouse operations on other business functions, inventory management, and vendor relations with shipping companies.

Responsibilities

Prepare receiving dock to accept incoming product.
Prepare materials for shipment.
Match incoming and outgoing product with purchase orders.
Verify product expiration codes.
Inspect product to ensure saleable condition with acceptable code dating.
Operate a Forklift or Electric Pallet Jack in a safe manner to move received product.
Operate and drive automobiles, vans and light trucks to pick up and deliver various products.
Perform pre-trip inspection of vehicle.
Deliver products over established routes.
Ensure correct loading of vehicle.
Operate vehicle in a safe manner, obeying all rules of the road.
Comply with all company policies and procedures regarding the delivery of goods.
Record information on pick-ups and deliveries, vehicle mileage, fuel costs and any problems encountered.
Load and unload products in a safe manner, using provided tools as appropriate (e.g. dollies, lifts, etc.).
Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
Maintain a safe work environment.
Assist with scheduling freight appointments.
Lift cases of product and/or stock merchandise according to documented procedures.
Process all required paperwork and maintain adequate records for reporting and tracking.
Create a daily shipment schedule.
Oversee the secure and accurate loading and unloading of deliveries.
Track shipments and verify receipts of shipments as required.
Manage inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
Sort and distribute incoming shipments.
Perform quality audits of the condition of shipped goods for both incoming and outgoing items prior to signing off.
Report discrepancies to immediate supervisor.
Follow current standards and procedures.
Ensure that shipments contain proper documentation and if there are multiple items per shipment, ensure item lists are complete.
Problem solve for any cases of missing documents, shipments and deliveries.
Maintain organized work area according to policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
Make deliveries with a company vehicle as assigned.
Perform other duties as required by the organization.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Forklift certification preferred.
Experience in the warehouse industry preferred.
Working experience in Shipping and Receiving role preferred.
Able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
Basic mathematical skills.
Ontario Class G drivers license and clean drivers extract.
Knowledge of filling out waybills and bills of landing and international shipments.
Ability to weigh and measure items.
Working knowledge of safe lifting methods.
Demonstrated ability to operate material handling equipment including forklift truck.
Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.
Computer literacy, including working skills of Excel and e-mail.
Attention to detail in all areas of work.
Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.
Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
Knowledge of a broad spectrum of electrical products and applications is not required but considered an asset.
Must be able to carry and move equipment and/or supplies more than 50 pounds.

Skills

Forklift operation
Material handling equipment operation
Safe lifting methods
Basic mathematical skills
Verbal and written communication
Computer literacy
Excel
Email

Location

Ontario

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

40 years of experience (company)

Education Level

High school diploma or GED

Benefits

Competitive salary
Flexible benefits program (Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending Account & RRSP matching)
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Career path
Company paid Life Insurance
Employee paid disability

About the Company

For over a century, Electrozad has been Ontario’s trusted electrical distributor, delivering reliable products, services, and solutions for commercial, industrial, and contractor applications.
Sesco (founded 1922) established a strong presence across Central & Eastern Ontario, while Electrozad (founded 1955) became the leading supplier in Southwestern Ontario.
Both companies shared a commitment to quality, reliability, and complete electrical & automation solutions.
Proud member of the Sonepar Group, the world's largest privately-held electrical distributor.
Sonepar Group is present in more than 40 countries with over 45,000 employees.
In Canada, Sonepar is represented by 6 locally managed electrical and industrial distributors with over 110 locations across 9 provinces.
Sonepar places the planet and diversity and inclusion at the core of its vision.
Sonepar is the leading distributor of energy-efficient products, pioneering the energy transition and making sustainability a priority.
Sonepar has accelerated its own transition to efficient generation and use of electrical energy and champions the innovation of sustainable solutions.
Sonepar has been recognized as a Diversity Leader by the Financial Times’ 2024 Diversity Leaders ranking and was awarded GEEIS Certification in 2022.

Equal Opportunity

Sonepar is a proud equal opportunity employer, welcoming submissions from all candidates.
We believe in creating a work environment where everyone can feel safe, use their voice, and know that they belong.
Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) is a central focus of our global, strategic impact plan.
We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace because it allows us to better meet the needs of the communities we serve, foster greater creativity, and breadth of experience.
All qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnic or national origin, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, neurodiversity, disability status, gender identity, veteran status or any other aspect which makes them unique are encouraged to apply.
Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request.
If selected for an interview, please advise the Sonepar representative of your accommodation needs at that time.
We will work with all applicants to accommodate their accessibility needs.