Wakefield Canada is a privately owned, entrepreneurial company focused exclusively on servicing the Canadian Automotive, Commercial Heavy Duty and Industrial markets. With an employee base of over 200 people, Wakefield provides sales, marketing and distribution solutions to over 5000 customers in all segments, including retailers, warehouse distributors, automotive and heavy duty jobbers, franchised and independent installers, quick lubes, fleet companies, new car dealers and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM).

Wakefield was founded in June 2005 out of a strategic partnership with BP Lubricants to assume stewardship of the Castrol brand, and all customer facing operations, exclusively, in Canada. Wakefield's Brand portfolio includes Castrol as its cornerstone brand and business, along with SuperClean, a line of cleaners and degreasers, for which Wakefield is the exclusive trading partner in Canada.

With a large and experienced sales force, in-house team of marketing professionals, and a comprehensive, coast to coast, distribution network, Wakefield provides premium automotive brands, dedicated customer service and technical support, and industry leading marketing programs to help drive growth for both our customers and the brands we represent.
 

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Warehouse Operator

Job summary:

The primary objective of the Warehouse Operator is to process customer orders and stock transfers and load/unload vehicles to ensure efficient turnaround times within the warehouse.

Key Accountabilities:

• Pick and process customer orders and Wakefield/Castrol stock transfers.
• Load and unload vehicles.
• Participate in warehouse control and inventory cycle counting.
• Periodic support for the Receiver function.
• Warehouse housekeeping as required.
• Attend Safety and Compliance Seminars and constantly strive to maintain a safe working environment.
• Perform the required recommended fork lift inspection procedures.
• Liaise with shipping coordinators as required.
• Liaise with Warehouse and Distribution Managers and organize packaged goods shipments using Wakefield fleets or outside carriers.
• Receive and follow direction from the Warehouse Lead Hand as needed.
• Support and promote the adherence to all Wakefield policies and procedures.
• Special projects and participation as required.

Key Competencies:

• Must be self-motivated, conscientious, and able to work well with others.
• Motivated by seeing a project to its completion.
• Good physical condition as the job requires lifting case goods up to 60 pounds and moving drum stock weighing approximately 450 pounds.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Takes responsibility, “owns the job,” and demonstrates integrity in all aspects of the work.
• Ability to strive in a dynamic environment and support initiatives to achieve superior workplace performance/customer service KPI metrics.
• Team player who demonstrates respect for others and is performance driven to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
• Organized with a sense of priorities.
• Superior analytical and rationalization skills.
• Good communication skills with a focus on customer service.
• Familiarity with all work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work overtime on a daily basis or as may be required to meet work demands.

Direct Managerial / Supervisory Responsibility:

• N/A

Education / Experience:

• High school or equivalent is required, and will have good reading comprehension in addition to writing and mathematical skills.
• Required to successfully pass an aptitude test to demonstrate that the required competency level has been achieved and demonstrate continuing competency in the position.
• Must have or be able to acquire the skills required to successfully demonstrate proficiency in Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods & US DOT regulations.
• Must have or be able to acquire the skills required to successfully demonstrate proficiency in internet navigation and it is desirable to have some PC skills or the aptitude to be trained.
• Lift truck experience with valid lift truck certification training or ability to obtain.
• Training in 1st aid is an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Warehouse environment. All PPE must be worn.
• Hours of work may vary according to operational requirements such as vacations, absences, and fluctuating work volumes.

Rate of Pay:

• Warehouse Operator (as per collective agreement)

Wakefield is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.