Facility Assistant
Essential Functions of the Job:
To receive product in the warehouse, unpack and put product away.
Ship merchandise as required.
To co-ordinate and assist in delivering product to customers in a professional and efficient manner.
Maintain current and accurate records of merchandise entering or leaving the warehouse.
Be familiar with the different lines of merchandise carried in the Agro Centre.
Sort packing slips and invoices and distribute to the Agro Manager.
To assemble damaged merchandise as received in the warehouse and advise the Agro Manager for markdown recording and claims preparation.
Initiate claims for damaged or short shipped merchandise.
Maintain warehouse and agro yard in an orderly, organized manner.
Operate and maintain all equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner.
Assist in scheduling the maintenance of all vehicles and equipment.
Satisfactorily settle all customer complaints referred to him/her in accordance with company policy.
To be responsible for the security of the warehouse area – receiving doors locked at all times except receiving or shipping merchandise, in and out shipments properly accounted for, etc.
Observe safety measures and repor
t hazardous conditions immediately to the Agro Manager.
Assist in other areas as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):
Knowledge of Agricultural products
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to problem solve
To be able to work effectively with other staff, supervisors and customers
Experience operating computer based applications including Microsoft Word, Excel
Strong organizational and record keeping skills
Ability to follow safe work procedures
Education and Experience:
Grade 12
Prior retail experience in an agricultural environment an asset
Previous warehouse experience an asset
Valid Class 5 license with a clean driver abstract
Forklift Operator Certification
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification
Our employees receive competitive salaries, a profit-sharing program, EFAP program, employee discount program, a comprehensive benefits package, ongoing learning opportunities, and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.
At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.