Job Description

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Job Summary:

Reporting to the Yard Manager, the Yard Shipper / Receiver is responsible to efficiently, effectively and accurately receive products into the designated UFA location; place in appropriate storage locations; pick, pack and ship same for outbound orders to all customers. Assist in all other functions as required. Must adhere to all UFA customer service standards. This includes ensuring that member / customers are promptly and efficiently served; inventory is received, shipped and handled in an accurate and safe manner, and equipment is maintained.

Morning Shift

• Monday to Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with requirement to work alternating weekends

Mid Shift

• Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with requirement to work alternating weekends

Late Shift

• Monday to Friday 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM, with requirement to work alternating weekends

The successful candidate may be placed on any shift based on operational requirements, qualifications, and personal preference.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in all aspects of the shipping/receiving/inventory functions, accountable for accurate daily completion of all receiving, shipping, inventory control and administrative / IFS requirements.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Perform maintenance on inventory or cycle counts, as directed.
• Operate all materials handling equipment.
• Assist in forklift and equipment maintenance.
• Load and unload trucks, following UFA’s loading and unloading procedures to ensure products are safely secured.
• Conduct location inventory in prescribed manner.
• Maintain yard and warehouse appearance as assigned, and in compliance with UFA safety regulations and operational standards.
• Responsible for “Own the Aisle” area of assigned responsibility in yard to ensure merchandising and inventory standards are consistently maintained.
• Make deliveries when required.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• A minimum 1 year of warehouse, yard, retail, agricultural, or related operational experience.
• Forklift experience or certification is considered an asset.
• Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and learning new systems and technologies.
• Ability to safely lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs).
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions.
• Flexible and adaptable with the ability to support multiple operational functions and work various shift schedules.
• Ability to maintain required certifications and training, including WHMIS, TDG, and other company-mandated programs.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence is required.

This is a safety-sensitive position. Successful candidates may be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test as a condition of employment

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