Warehouse Lead

Join EMCO as a Material Handler/Logistics Coordinator in Etobicoke!

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career with EMCO, a venerable name in the plumbing industry? With over a century of commitment to excellence, EMCO is proud to announce the expansion of one of its largest locations in Ontario, opening exciting opportunities for dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team

Position Overview

We are seeking motivated individuals to join our warehouse team as a warehouse lead. This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless operation of our supply chain and distribution network, support our mission to deliver exceptional service to our customers across Ontario.

If you are passionate about warehouse or supply chain logistics, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are ready to make an impact in a company with a rich history and a promising future, we encourage you to apply for tis exciting opportunity with EMCO.

Job Description

As a warehouse lead, 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. We do not look for industry experience rather for a fit with our company and our core values: fairness and caring, trust and respect, generous listening and straight talk.

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

Additional Duties Include:

• Lead by example and represent the corporation in a professional manner
• Inspire teammates towards strategic initiatives and operational objectives
• Carry out inventory control to ensure inventories are at optimal levels
• Report and analyze data and present to senior managers when necessary

Requirements of the Warehouse Lead:

• Previous experience in shipping / receiving department – Preferred
• Previous experience in working in a medium to large warehouse – Preferred
• Drive to succeed with a strong entrepreneurial spirit
• Possess a high level of attention to detail and accurately process orders
• Able to develop comprehensive product knowledge
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent; College and/or University degree an asset
• Able to learn and operate the applicable software system used to process orders

Why EMCO?

• Development opportunities: grow your career with a company that invests in your success through ongoing training and development
• Competitive compensation: enjoy a competitive salary package, including profit-sharing opportunities that reward your contributions to our continued success
• Dynamic work environment: join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence in everything we do

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

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.