Job Description - Warehouse Associate
Position Overview:
The Warehouse Associate is responsible for picking customer orders and delivering them to the delivery platform while maintaining the warehouse in a secure and orderly fashion.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Safety-focused operation of powered equipment: lift trucks, power walkies, pump trucks, and order picking machine

Work safely and efficiently while adhering to all company and health and safety policies and procedures

Effectively load and unload trucks/trailers, placing stock in designated locations

Conduct final inspection of goods leaving the building

Maintain warehouse inventory data system

Proactively maintain the organization and cleanliness of the warehouse, including exterior walkways and parking areas

Communication with drivers for deliveries or pick ups, working as a team to complete tasks

Take daily direction from Warehouse Supervisor

Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions:

Environment: Work is primarily performed in a warehouse setting with exposure to varying temperatures depending on season (cold in winter, heat in summer) and occasional outdoor work (loading/unloading, maintaining exterior walkways).

Physical Demands: Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive lifting or moving of products weighing up to 50 lbs (23 kg)



; may occasionally handle heavier loads with assistance.

Work Pace: Fast-paced environment with time-sensitive deadlines and frequent interruptions; may require working extended hours or weekends during peak periods.

Equipment Use: Regular use of powered material handling equipment (e.g., lift trucks, power walkies, pump trucks, order pickers) and manual handling tools; adherence to safety protocols is essential.

Safety Requirements: Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, high-visibility vests, and gloves; comply with all company and occupational health & safety regulations.

Noise & Hazards: Exposure to moderate noise levels from machinery and vehicle operation; must remain alert in high-traffic forklift areas.

Collaboration: Work closely with team members, supervisors, and drivers; requires adaptability to shifting priorities throughout the shift.

Qualifications:
Experience:

Job tasks call for a basic level of acquired knowledge in warehousing

Raymond Reach Certification and Experience considered an asset

Commitment to accuracy and detail oriented

Experience with powered machinery

Basic math, and problem solving skills

Education:

Minimum Grade 12 education

Requirement:

Acceptable Criminal Background Check required

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📌 Warehouse Associate (Ontario)
🏢 Swish Group
📍 Ontario