Job Description

Purpose

The Receiver I is responsible for the accurate and timely receipt of incoming shipments to the warehouse. This role ensures the quality and quantity of all incoming goods are verified and properly documented.

Fix-term 6 month Contract role

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming shipments from trucks and trailers.
• Inspect incoming shipments for damage, quantity, and quality.
• Verify order accuracy against purchase orders and other relevant documentation.
• Record all receiving information accurately in the warehouse management system (WMS).
• Product Handling:
• Sort and organize received products according to established procedures.
• Place received products in designated storage locations.
• Safety & Compliance:
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain a clean and organized receiving area.

Skills

• Physical Strength: Ability to lift, push, and pull heavy objects.
• Basic Math Skills: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations (e.g., addition, subtraction).

Certifications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience

0-1 years of experience

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling of heavy objects.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach frequently.
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Travel Requirements

0-25%

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive – one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together.

FreshPoint, a division of Sysco, is the largest produce distributor in North America, we focus on bringing fresh food from the farmer’s field to our customers’ kitchens. FreshPoint operations span more than 30+ distribution centers in the US and Canada. We target regional and national foodservice customers in such markets as catering, healthcare, hospitality, restaurants, and schools. FreshPoint also supplies grocery stores and other wholesale suppliers with apples to zucchini and everything in between. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another

Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions

Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain

Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy:

Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • Voluntary Optional Insurance • Parental Leave Plan • Company Pension Plan • Group RRSP & TFSA • Employee and Family Assistance • Stock Purchase Plan • Maple Virtual Care • Unlimited on-line learning • Sysco product discounts • Preferred vendor discounts • Associate Resource Groups

(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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This Job Requisition is for an existing vacancy.