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 

The Warehouse Tech provides support in the areas of storage, retrieval and shipping of pulp and rejects samples, oversees discard activities, provides strict control of sample movements, cleaning, and safety and ensures standard operating procedures are strictly followed in the

performance of all the activities in the warehouse

Responsibilities 

• Prepare packaging for outgoing shipments of  pulp samples and rejects while ensuring proper protection of same
• Sorting, locating and retrieving sample pulp and rejects from the warehouse facility using forklift
• Accurate data entry and inventory control of sample rejects, pulps, scan pallets and bins
• Coordinate the pulp and reject storage, disposal and return to clients in a timely manner
• Ensure sample records and supplies are complete and accurate
• Conduct local deliveries and pick-ups as needed
• Oversees maintenance of vehicle inspection logs
• Conduct inventory counts as requested
• Oversees the storage of supplies in the warehouse area
• Provide inventory count to invoice clients for their pulp and reject storage
• Provide daily productivity information as requested by manager
• Creates written reports
• Conducts crew talks and ensures all isles and safety zones are free of obstruction
• Conducts daily racking and equipment pre-operation inspection
• Liaise with clients and respond to client inquiries
• Responsible for providing training to new staff
• Other general shipping, receiving and supplies warehousing functions as needed
• 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 thorough
• Ability to work within a fast-paced, high volume environment
• Intermediate understanding of computer applications (Microsoft Office Suite);
• Excellent English communication skills both written and verbal and ability to read English
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Comfortable with writing report
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good hand eye coordination.

Required Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma preferred
• Applicable Provincial driver’s license with clean driving history required
• Forklift license and experience operating a forklift required
• Minimum two years previous warehouse and shipping & receiving 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.