Job Description

NOC 75101 - Material Handler , Warehouseman/woman

Department: Warehouse

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Whitehorse

Reporting To: Branch Manager

The Warehousman/woman is expected to perform basic responsibilities and should be detail-oriented, adept at operating counterbalance sit down forklifts, stand up forklift, ride on pallet jacks and able to stand for extended periods. Ultimately, the warehouse associate should adhere to all warehouse safety practices as well as demonstrate exceptional organizational, time management, and communication skills.

This role is for Northland Beverages, one of Arctic Beverages group of businesses, and is located in Whitehorse, Yukon It is a full-time position requiring 35-40 hours of work per week.

The salary range for the role is between $20/hr to $25/hr

Key Responsibilities

Build Pallets
Load, unload and move product materials by hand or with basic material handling equipment
Operate a variety of equipment to load , unload and move materials and products
Ship Orders
Pick orders and stock
Pack and unpack goods
Sort, crate and stack goods
Organize and maintain inventory
Perform other duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

High School or equivalent experience and exceptional ability
Must be able to work flexible start times when business requires
Able to repetitively lift and move heavy boxes (up to 55lbs)
Warehouse experience in high-volume distribution or logistics or equivalent experience, is an asset
Experience in loading trailers is preferred for this role
Experience with Sit down counterbalance Forklift, stand up forklift and electric pallet jack experience is preferred.
Team player; good communication skills
Great work ethic, high initiative, self-motivation, and positive attitude
Ability to multi-task, time management skills, detail-oriented
Effective problem-solving skills

Benefits

Dental care
Disability insurance
Discounted or free food
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care
Wellness program

About Arctic Beverages Group of Companies

Founded in 1938, Arctic Beverages Group of Companies is proud to support some of Canada’s most vibrant, diverse, and hard‑working communities. As a trusted distributor across the North, the Prairies, and key regions beyond, we ensure that businesses and families have consistent access to the beverages, snacks, and essential grocery items they rely on.

Our network spans major cities such as Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon, Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto, Thunder Bay, Ottawa, Mississauga, and Barrie, as well as rapidly growing communities like Brandon, Steinbach, Portage la Prairie, Thompson, Selkirk, North Battleford, Yorkton, and Prince Albert.

We are especially committed to serving remote and Northern regions—including Iqaluit, Rankin Inlet, Arviat, Baker Lake, and Churchill—where reliable distribution is not just a service, but a lifeline. With deep local expertise and a strong logistics network, we deliver consistency even in the most challenging environments.

What sets us apart:

• Reliable, end‑to‑end supply chain solutions

• Exceptional customer service rooted in local knowledge

• Deep expertise in northern markets and remote distribution

• A people‑first approach to every partnership

Our mission is to keep communities connected and well supplied, helping businesses, families, and retailers thrive—one refreshment, snack, and essential item at a time.

More than a distributor, Arctic Beverages is a dedicated local partner committed to strengthening the communities we serve.

Industry

Food & Beverage

Company Size

51-200 employees

Headquarters

Centreport, CA

Year Founded

1938

Website

arcticbev.com

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