Warehouse Associate

As a leading partner in healthcare, Medline Canada's sole purpose is Together Improving Lives this means being deeply committed to the health and well-being of our customers, employees, partners and our communities. We employ a diverse group of top talent focused on growing and making a difference in the lives of Canadians, coast-to-coast.Compensation is only one part of the Employee Value Proposition that Medline Canada offers our employees. As part of our mission, we offer one of the most competitive and engaging employee experience programs in Canada, which includes:Collaborative work environment with highly engaged employeesMarket competitive compensation and benefits plan, including LTD & InsuranceDPSP match programAnnual Employee Appreciation WeekPaid vacation and personal daysLifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources supporting mental, physical, family and financial well-beingCareer growth and training programsOpen communication with Senior LeadersTailored incentives for eligible employee groups, such as home office reimbursement and Sylvan Learning Centre creditEmployee referral programEducation support programsFitness subsidyRecognition programsSocial activitiesAnd much moreJOB SUMMARYReporting to the Regional Operations Supervisor this position is cross-functional. The incumbent will perform duties in some of the functional areas of the Distribution Center as assigned by the Manager. Functional areas include: order picking, packing, receiving, putting away and shipping.Distribution Center: Dartmouth, NSWork Shift: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PMCORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIESCoordinates activities surrounding the warehouse operationsUnpack, inspect, sort and put stock away in appropriate locationsEnsure pallets and shelving units are in good working conditionsPick customer orders for shipment and ensure accuracy by picking the correct number and type of productPick and pack orders in an accurate and efficient mannerOrganize stock and maintain inventoriesPerform daily inspection of forklift prior to useMaintain safety compliance when operating material handling equipmentReport any unsafe work conditions that may occurMaintain a clean and safe working environmentOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSMinimum 1 year of recent distribution or warehouse experienceHigh School Diploma or equivalentExperience using RF scanner or manual picking preferred but not requiredRequired to operate material handling equipment - licensed with any one of the following forkliftsCounter Balance, Raymond Reach, Order (Cherry) Picker, or Dock Stocker (Reach experience preferred)Excellent work ethic and a positive attitudeExcellent attendance and punctualityAbility to work as part of a team with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication skills both oral and writtenAbility to lift heavy objects to 50 LBSSAP background preferred but not requiredIntermediate knowledge of computer applicationsThis job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.Medline Canada, Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.About Medline CanadaMedline Canada stands at the forefront of healthcare, providing expertise and a breadth of solutions for every care setting. With 550+ employees, including 100 dedicated sales and clinical professionals and eight distribution centres located coast-to-coast, Medline Canada is proud to serve the entire continuum of care.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusivityMedline Canada is committed to diversity and inclusivity and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons/persons of colour and those who identify as women, persons with disabilities and LGBTQ+ persons.Our commitment to AccessibilityMedline Canada is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We endeavor to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.