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Picking, packing, and shipping duties include: * Pick material for customer orders, counting and comparing items to the shipping documentation * Assemble material and pack appropriately for pick up ...

The driver is responsible for driving a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) as well as packing, moving and safely transporting household goods, office furniture and other heavy items while providing ...

Be able to read /interpret invoices, purchase orders, and packing slips. * Accurately verify shipments against purchase orders. * Track and organize all inventory. * Ensuring all pertinent ...

Starting pay $22.00 per hour Responsibilities can include duties aligned with shipping and/or receiving, processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and ...

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Driver Mover

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$16 - CA$20/hr

This position involves driving long distances to pick up and deliver household items, as well as loading, unloading, and packing belongings with care. Working primarily as part of a team, the Driver ...

Must have the ability to listen and take instruction from driver/trainer regarding customer service, moving/packing strategies and moving/packing techniques * Language Skills: ability to effectively ...

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What do packing jobs do?

Packing jobs involve preparing items for shipment by organizing, labeling, and placing products into boxes or containers. Workers often use tools like tape dispensers and may need to follow safety procedures and quality standards to ensure accurate and efficient packing. These roles typically require attention to detail and may involve standing for long periods in warehouse or production environments.

What is packing?

A packing job involves preparing products for shipment by placing them in boxes, sealing them, and labeling them correctly. Packers ensure that items are packaged securely to prevent damage during transportation. They may also inspect products for quality, organize inventory, and follow safety guidelines. Packing jobs are common in warehouses, factories, and retail fulfillment centers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in packing, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Packing role, you need strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a basic understanding of warehouse safety protocols, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with packing equipment, barcode scanners, and inventory management systems is beneficial. Reliability, time management, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are standout soft skills. These qualifications ensure orders are packed accurately, efficiently, and safely, contributing directly to customer satisfaction and operational productivity.

Is packing a hard job?

Packing jobs involve organizing and preparing items for shipment, which can be physically demanding and require attention to detail. The difficulty depends on the work environment, workload, and whether manual labor or machinery is involved, but it generally requires stamina and efficiency.

What are typical work shifts and environments like for packing positions?

Packing roles are often based in warehouses, distribution centers, or manufacturing facilities, where the environment can be active and fast-paced. Shifts may vary, with some employers offering daytime, evening, overnight, or weekend schedules to meet production and shipping deadlines. Team members typically work together to organize, prepare, and package products for shipment, and may rotate between different tasks to keep the workflow efficient. The position generally involves being on your feet for extended periods and handling both lightweight and heavier items, so physical stamina is helpful. Many employers provide thorough on-the-job training and opportunities to advance into supervisory or inventory-related positions over time.

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Material Handler

Westlund

Fort Mcmurray, AB

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Company Description

With over 115 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We provide quality and cutting-edge products that help support residential, commercial and infrastructure initiatives across Canada.

At EMCO Corporation, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions to our customers and communities in which we live and serve. Our talented and passionate team members are the key to our success. We empower our team members to act like owners and make a difference within our business through striving for innovation and providing excellence in customer service.

We offer a fun, fast-paced and dynamic workplace. We work as a team, share core values, and support each other’s growth and development. As our teammate, you will have the opportunity to continually develop your skills through ongoing training, have the opportunity to be innovative and try new things, and work alongside passionate colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are a team of enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of the customers we serve.

Why Join Our Team?

EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry. We have endless opportunities for you to grow and develop in your career and a culture that prides itself in supporting you every step of the way!

In addition, we will offer you:

  • Great mentors and on-the-job training
  • Growth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharing
  • A career with a solid, stable company with strong core values
  • Participation in our pension plan with employer contributions
  • Work-life balance and flex time
Job Description

As a Material Handler, you will be responsible for picking, packing, and shipping customer orders as well as counting, verifying, receiving, and putting away incoming vendor material and customer returns. A high attention to detail will ensure exceptional levels of customer service and satisfaction.

Additional duties will include:

  • Follow all Health and Safety rules and legislation while performing job functions
  • Load and unload trucks, operate forklift and other material handling equipment
  • Receiving duties include:
    • Upon unloading vendor shipments or customer returns, obtain the packing slip and verify material received. Note any discrepancies or damaged material
    • Print and verify the computer receiving documents and enter material received into the computer system
    • Identify special order material and damaged material and store in proper location
    • Note all shipping discrepancies on freight carrier’s Bill of Lading, initiate freight claims and forward paperwork to appropriate teammate
       
  • Picking, packing, and shipping duties include:
    • Pick material for customer orders, counting and comparing items to the shipping documentation
    • Assemble material and pack appropriately for pick up or shipment to customer
    • Complete documentation for any shipments being delivered via third party carrier or requiring Transportation of Dangerous Goods documentation
  • Inform the Supervisor of any inventory discrepancies and damaged/defective material that would impact customer service levels
  • Maintain warehouse cleanliness and safety by removing empty cartons, metal banding, pallets, and other debris
  • Inform Warehouse Supervisor and/or Profit Centre Manager of any safety issues within the warehouse
  • Assist teammates in servicing customers at the counter
  • Perform other tasks as requested by the Profit Centre Manager
Qualifications
  • Grade 12 diploma or equivalent; College and/or University degree an asset
  • A minimum of 1-2 years of warehouse experience
  • Outstanding customer service and verbal communication skills
  • Able to develop comprehensive product knowledge
  • Ability to learn to safely operate a forklift and any other material handling equipment
  • Possess a high level of attention to detail and accurately process orders
  • Able to learn and operate the applicable software system used to process orders
  • Intermediate math skills

Preferred Skills:

  • Previous experience with or knowledge of plumbing and building products sold at the Profit Centre
  • Experience using Trend, Eclipse, Word, Excel, and Outlook

Additional Information

Salary Range - 50,000-60,000

    EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.