Warehouse Associate - Casual

Consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work on the Best Workplaces© list in Canada and across the globe, we are looking for MOTIVATED people like YOU to join our company where we will offer you the opportunity to be a part of a winning team!

What makes DHL great? Our People! We know each employee's individual contributions make us the #1 Express Delivery and Logistics Company in the world. DHL Express is committed to maintaining an environment that empowers every team member to make the greatest possible impact on our business. Our corporate culture is about personal commitment - to our business, to each other and to our global communities.

Position:Warehouse Associate - Casual

Pay:$18.15 / hour increases after 3 Months 10 Months and 18 Months as per the CBA

Location:Hamilton - 65 East Cargo Road L0R 1W0

Schedule:10 P.M - 10A.M - Flexible shifts available, no guarantee of hours

OVERALL PURPOSE:

To participate in the safe, accurate and timely processing - scan, unload, cross dock and/or load, of inbound and out-bound freight, to meet DHL on-time performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Scan freight as per Global SOP in various programs
• Unload and/or load freight safely, correctly and quickly
• Move freight within the warehouse area as per requirements
• Accurately sort & process, by deadlines, in-bound and outbound material
• Participate in the organization and clean-up of the warehouse area
• Participate in maintaining a safe and co-operative work environment
• Other warehouse/retail duties as assigned by the shift Supervisor

Do you have what it takes?

• Must have ability to lift and carry parcels, up to and including 70 lbs per piece unassisted, throughout shift
• 100% accuracy in sort to minimize mis sorts
• Meet company productivity targets
• Responsible for internal and external customer satisfaction
• Handle shipments in a manner that minimizes damage
• Shipment processing complies with Dangerous Goods handling requirements
• Follow policy and procedures as outlined by shift Supervisor
• Maintain a secure and safe working environment for all staff
• Comply with Collective Agreement
• Alert operations management of service issues immediately as they occur
• Proven ability to work effectively and on-time within tight time constraints
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Broad general working knowledge of warehouse functions
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the DHL operations system
• Ability to communicate effectively
• High School diploma

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Often fatiguing - hot or cold warehouse environment dependent upon season. The job might often require concentrated levels of attention and physical activity. Time constraints may be an ongoing aspect of the job.A safety first approach must be had at all times.

Onboarding:

All applicants arerequiredto pass interviews and a criminal background check in order to qualify for the position.

Thank you to all those that apply. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe we will gain through the recruitment and development of staff who represent the broad diversity of the Canadian workforce.