Shipper and Receiver

  • Provide shipping status and order visibility information as required to both internal and external clients, monitor shipping information, close shipped orders, provide order status, etc.;
  • Schedule outgoing shipments to successfully meet ship dates;
  • Conduct analysis on shipping quality incidents as required;
  • Prepare accurate bills of lading and packing slips;
  • Coordinate ship schedule report daily;
  • Complete Customs paperwork for shipments destined for outside Canada
  • Maintain regular and on-going communication with CSR’s and production to ensure and verify priorities and timing;
  • Extensive knowledge required of courier systems, such as, FedEx, Purolator, UPS and Canpar/Loomis;
  • Strong telephone etiquette when calling external trucking companies or internal clients to set up shipments or book delivery appointments;
  • Coordinate with material handlers to get shipments prepared and/or shipped accordingly;
  • Special attention required to jobs that have breakdowns, distribution lists or special labeling or shipping info;
  • Ensure that Proof of Deliveries are filed daily and readily accessible if inquiries occur, at the end of the month all POD’s should be scanned and kept electronically;
  • Receive stock and check it against inventory records and prepare stock for delivery;
  • Ensure different products can move between businesses, on time and in the correct quantities;
  • Provide transit times and shipment quotes to CSR’s and estimating by using our local carriers or Third Party carriers;
  • Assist in coordinating the transportation of finished products to the customers;
  • Work overtime as required and perform other duties as requested to support the team;
  • Support and contribute to a healthy and safe work environment by following all workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives, including reporting all first aid injuries, accidents, and workplace hazards.

What you have to offer

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent, with previous relevant experience;
  • Strong capability to work within the organization and harmoniously within a team environment is required;
  • Fast paced environment, must be able to handle stress and deal with issues in a timely fashion;
  • Sound interpretation and analysis skills;
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written;
  • Good understanding of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel;
  • Good understanding of shipping and receiving processes within a manufacturing environment;
  • Must be extremely self-motivated and able to work under minimal supervision.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Extended health care

Work Location: In person

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