Warehouse Associate Freight Handler (Winnipeg)

Warehouse Associate Freight Handler

WE ARE PEOPLEREADY Staffing. It s what we know. Because we ve been providing staffing solutions putting people to work for nearly 30 years. Whether you re looking for work or you re seeking workers for your business PeopleReady is the North American leader in the industrial and on-demand staffing space. The PeopleReady located at Winnipeg Manitoba R3E 3H9 is currently hiring a Warehouse Associate Freight Handler Job Description Are you a dedicated worker who loves to see a task through from beginning to end Do you have a passion for working with your hands in a high energy environment PeopleReady is looking to immediately hire a Freight Handler who takes pride in his or her work. Freight Handlers are one of the first points of contact when shipments come into warehouses often being in charge of greeting the truck and reviewing the packing list and bill of lading before unloading the contents. The types of material that a Freight Handler might encounter can vary you may see paper products linens or heavier items. Whatever the shipment may be your job is to safely get it from the truck to the warehouse. A Freight Handler could be asked to unload pallets with an electric power jack or forklift as well. If this position sounds like a good fit we encourage you to apply at the link above. As a Warehouse Associate you will do any number of tasks picking packing and preparing orders to shipping and handling or even stocking. Note - Pay Rate for this Job is 13 Hour - 16.50 Hour Shift Timing -All Available Responsibilities Include Physically loading or unloading freight or materials from trucks Sometimes using an electric power jack or forklift to unload. Assisting warehouse operations with related shipping and receiving tasks Adhering to safety protocols Counting and scanning incoming freight or packages Reviewing bills of lading and confirming packing lists Repacking boxes as needed Loading and unloading trucks Packing and unpacking items Packing and sealing orders based on work orders or instructions from supervisor Storing items in warehouse based on existing layout and instructions from supervisor Examining and inspecting orders before packing to make sure specifications are met Qualifications Experience in warehouse settings is preferred Basic math skills - addition subtraction multiplication and division on the fly Able to repeatedly lift up to 50 to 80 pounds and able to continually bend twist and raise arms above head Strong work ethic and positive mindset Some assignments may require a valid driver s license or forklift license Previous warehouse experience preferred but not required Steel-toed boots required Discernment for safety and a positive attitude Flexibility to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment Good judgment and attention to detail Must be 18 Must have Photo Identification Must have physical proof of Social Insurance Number