Warehouse Technician

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When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive. 

Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world. 

About the role 

      This position provides support to the supervisor in the areas of storage, retrieval and shipping of pulp and reject samples, oversees discard activities, provides strict control of sample movements, cleaning, and safety and follows standard operating procedures in the performance of all the activities in the warehouse.

Responsibilities 

• Oversees packaging and ensures proper protection for outgoing shipments of pulp samples and rejects;
• Sorts, locates and retrieves sample pulp and rejects from the warehouse facility using forklift;
• Manages workflow and ensures targets are met;
• Responsible for accurate data entry and inventory control of sample rejects, pulps, scan pallets and bins;
• Manages pulp and reject storage, disposal and return to clients in a timely manner;
• Ensures sample records and supplies are complete and accurate;
• Coordinates local deliveries and pick-ups as needed;
• Coordinates inventory counts;
• Organizes, maintains and improves warehouse operations;
• Oversees the storage of supplies in the warehouse area;
• Provides inventory count to invoice clients for their pulp and reject storage;
• Provides storage information as requested by Manager;
• Oversees safety program in the department;
• Conducts daily racking and equipment pre-operation inspection;
• Ensures departmental compliance to policies and procedures and adherence to SOPs;
• Responsible for coordinating logistics for the department;
• Negotiates transport/freight rates with couriers and is responsible for cost control of shipments;
• Liaise with clients and respond to client inquiries;
• Manage human resources within the department in conjunction with the manager including:

• • • Supervision of warehouse staff
    • Performance management including disciplinary action and termination if required
    • Recruitment, interviewing, hiring, induction as required

• Responsible for providing training to new staff;
• Other general shipping, receiving and supplies warehousing functions as needed;
• Might be required to perform sample preparation duties during slow periods of work;
• Use correct methods in accordance with the established procedures and schedules while ensuring analytical quality;
• Observe established safety regulations and comply with all ALS health and safety policies and procedures;
• Other duties as assigned.

About you 

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and thoroughly;
• Ability to work within a fast-paced, high volume environment;
• Excellent understanding of computer applications (MS Office Suite);
• Excellent English communication skills both written and verbal and ability to read English;
• Ability to lead a team and work within a team environment;
• Basic understanding of warehouse operations and protocol;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Good hand eye coordination.

Required Qualifications

• Some post-secondary education in warehousing, shipping & receiving, and/or logistics  required;
• Diploma in warehousing and shipping, or logistics preferred;
• Applicable Provincial driver’s license with clean driving history required;
• Forklift license and experience operating a forklift required;
• One to two years of warehousing experience required;
• One to two years of experience in shipping & receiving, with experience in dealing with dangerous goods and international S&R required;
• Minimum of one year supervisory experience required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; (occasionally lifting may exceed 50lbs and assistance is mandatory from either another employee or the lift assist equipment);
• Extensive walking or movement, bending, kneeling, and working with machines
• Frequently wearing a dust mask;
• Comfortable in environments with high noise levels;
• Ability to sit and/or stand for a full shift;
• Manual dexterity to perform repetitive tasks;
• Ability to sit at a desk and do general office work, which includes periodic sedentary responsibilities.

Working at ALS 

Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS. 

We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. 

At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders. 

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work. 

Our benefits include:

• Pay Transparency
• Structured wage increases.
• Comprehensive benefit package including: medical, dental, and vision coverage,  life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)

About ALS 

ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world. 

Everyone matters 

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce which reflects and affirms the diversity of our society.

ALS is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. 

EOE AA Minority, Female, Veteran, Individuals with Disabilities 

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ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. 

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