Warehouse Operator / Warehouse Associate – Full-Time

Company: Swan Canada Inc.

Location: Mississauga, Ontario

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Required: Minimum 2 Years of Warehouse Experience

Industry: Building Materials, Interior Finishing Products & Distribution

Website: www.swancanada.ca

About Swan Canada

Swan Canada Inc. is a growing Canadian company specializing in high-quality wall décor, interior finishing materials, and innovative building products. Our product range includes UV marble sheets, decorative wall panels, fluted panels, room dividers, natural and decorative stone products, and other modern interior finishing solutions.

Based in Mississauga, Ontario, we serve homeowners, contractors, designers, builders, retailers, and businesses across Canada.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a reliable, hardworking, organized, and experienced Warehouse Operator to join our team.

We are seeking someone who takes pride in their work, pays close attention to detail, understands the importance of warehouse safety, and can contribute to the smooth operation of our warehouse and distribution activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, can handle multiple responsibilities, and is interested in building a long-term career with a growing company.

Job Summary

As a Warehouse Operator at Swan Canada, you will play an important role in our daily warehouse operations, ensuring products are received, stored, handled, prepared, and distributed efficiently and safely.

Your primary responsibilities will include shipping and receiving, inventory organization, order picking and packing, loading and unloading trucks, operating warehouse equipment, and preparing customer orders for pickup or delivery.

Since many of our products are large, heavy, or require careful handling, the successful candidate must be comfortable working with oversized building materials, including marble sheets, wall panels, decorative panels, and other construction-related products.

We are looking for a team member who can work independently, follow instructions accurately, take initiative, and maintain an organized and productive warehouse environment.

The ideal candidate will have previous warehouse experience, strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, and a commitment to providing excellent service to both our customers and internal team.

Key Responsibilities1. Warehouse Operations & Organization

- Manage daily warehouse activities to ensure efficient operations and smooth workflow.
- Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and professional warehouse environment.
- Organize products according to designated storage locations, product categories, and inventory requirements.
- Safely move, stack, and store building materials, including oversized and fragile wall panels.
- Ensure warehouse aisles, loading areas, entrances, and emergency exits remain clear and accessible.
- Identify opportunities to improve warehouse organization, space utilization, and operational efficiency.
- Follow company procedures for handling, storing, protecting, and transporting merchandise.
- Ensure all tools, equipment, and warehouse materials are properly maintained and stored.

1. Order Picking, Packing & Fulfillment

- Accurately pick customer orders according to invoices, packing lists, and order instructions.
- Prepare products for customer pickups, local deliveries, and shipping across Canada.
- Verify product quantities, SKUs, dimensions, colours, and product conditions before releasing orders.
- Inspect products carefully to identify any visible damage, defects, or discrepancies.
- Properly package fragile, oversized, and delicate products to minimize damage during handling and transportation.
- Ensure customer orders are complete, properly labelled, and ready within required timelines.
- Coordinate with the sales and customer service teams to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
- Maintain accuracy when processing multiple customer orders during busy periods.

1. Shipping & Receiving

- Receive incoming shipments from suppliers, distributors, and transportation companies.
- Load and unload delivery trucks and shipping containers using appropriate warehouse equipment.
- Inspect incoming merchandise for damage, missing items, or incorrect quantities.
- Compare received products against purchase orders,



shipping documents, and inventory records.
- Report damaged, missing, or incorrect products to management immediately.
- Organize and store newly received inventory in assigned warehouse locations.
- Prepare outgoing shipments with the appropriate packaging, labels, and documentation.
- Assist delivery drivers and transportation companies with safe and efficient loading and unloading.
- Follow proper product-handling procedures to minimize damage and inventory loss.

1. Inventory Control & Stock Management

- Assist with inventory tracking and maintaining accurate warehouse stock levels.
- Conduct regular stock counts and participate in scheduled inventory audits.
- Ensure all products are correctly identified, labelled, and stored.
- Monitor product quantities and report shortages, discrepancies, or damaged inventory.
- Assist with inventory transfers between warehouse and showroom locations when required.
- Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing merchandise.
- Support the implementation of efficient inventory storage and stock rotation procedures.
- Help prevent inventory errors through careful verification and attention to detail.

1. Forklift & Warehouse Equipment Operation

- Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment when trained and authorized.
- Load, unload, move, and organize large or heavy materials using the appropriate equipment.
- Perform routine equipment inspections before use.
- Report equipment defects, safety concerns, or maintenance requirements promptly.
- Follow workplace safety guidelines when operating machinery and handling heavy materials.
- Use proper lifting techniques and suitable equipment when moving oversized products.
- Maintain a strong awareness of surrounding employees, customers, vehicles, and merchandise while operating equipment.

1. Customer Pickups & Team Coordination

- Assist customers and contractors with warehouse order pickups.
- Verify customer orders and ensure the correct products and quantities are released.
- Help load merchandise safely into customers' vehicles when appropriate.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with customers, coworkers, and delivery drivers.
- Coordinate with showroom and sales employees regarding order readiness, stock availability, and pickups.
- Notify management of any order discrepancies, damaged products, or operational concerns.
- Provide support to other team members during busy periods.

1. Warehouse Safety & Product Handling

- Follow all company health and safety procedures and applicable Ontario workplace safety requirements.
- Handle fragile, sharp, heavy, and oversized building materials carefully.
- Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
- Report workplace hazards, unsafe conditions, accidents, and near misses.
- Maintain proper housekeeping standards throughout the warehouse.
- Protect company products, equipment, and property from preventable damage.
- Follow established procedures for safe lifting, material movement, and equipment operation.

Qualifications & ExperienceRequired Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of previous warehouse experience, preferably in distribution, building materials, construction supplies, or a similar environment.
- Previous experience with shipping, receiving, picking, packing, and inventory organization.
- Ability to work efficiently in a physically active warehouse environment.
- Experience loading and unloading trucks and handling large or heavy merchandise.
- Strong attention to detail when checking orders, product quantities, and inventory.
- Good organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks accurately.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
- Dependable, punctual, responsible, and willing to take initiative.
- Comfortable using basic computer systems for warehouse-related tasks.




- Ability to safely perform the physical duties of the position, with appropriate equipment and assistance when required.

Preferred Qualifications
- Valid forklift operator training or certification.
- Experience operating forklifts, reach trucks, or pallet jacks.
- Previous experience working with construction materials, decorative panels, tiles, flooring, or similar products.
- Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory software, or computerized order-processing systems.
- Experience handling oversized, fragile, or high-value materials.
- Basic mechanical knowledge and understanding of warehouse equipment.
- Previous experience working in a wholesale, retail distribution, or building materials warehouse.
- Experience assisting customers and contractors with order pickups.

Skills & Personal Attributes We value employees who demonstrate the following qualities:
- Reliability: Arrive on time, maintain consistent attendance, and complete assigned responsibilities.
- Accountability: Take ownership of tasks and follow through without constant supervision.
- Attention to Detail: Ensure products, quantities, and orders are accurate.
- Teamwork: Support coworkers and contribute to a positive work environment.
- Initiative: Identify what needs to be done and take appropriate action.
- Problem-Solving: Recognize operational challenges and communicate solutions.
- Safety Awareness: Prioritize safe work practices and proper material handling.
- Organization: Maintain clean, efficient, and properly arranged warehouse areas.
- Adaptability: Manage changing priorities and handle multiple responsibilities.
- Professionalism: Treat customers, coworkers, and company property with respect.

Physical Requirements This position involves regular physical activity and hands-on warehouse work.

Candidates should be comfortable with:

- Standing, walking, bending, and moving throughout the workday.
- Repeatedly picking, packing, and handling warehouse merchandise.
- Lifting and carrying materials within safe limits, with mechanical or team assistance when required.
- Working with large-format wall panels, decorative sheets, and building products.
- Performing physically demanding tasks while maintaining safety and accuracy.
- Working in an active warehouse environment with regular shipments and customer pickups.

What We Offer
- Full-time employment with a growing Canadian company.
- A stable, professional, and team-oriented workplace.
- Opportunities to develop warehouse operations and inventory management skills.
- Hands-on experience with a wide variety of building and interior finishing products.
- Supportive management and a collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for increased responsibilities based on performance, reliability, and business needs.
- A workplace that values dedication, efficiency, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Our Ideal Candidate The person we are looking for is more than someone who simply moves products around a warehouse. We want someone who genuinely cares about doing the job properly, keeping products organized, preventing unnecessary damage, and making sure every customer receives the correct order.

You should be someone who can recognize what needs attention, stay productive during quieter periods, handle pressure during busy periods, and contribute to improving overall warehouse efficiency.

A successful candidate will demonstrate responsibility, maturity, strong work ethics, and the willingness to grow with Swan Canada.

How to Apply

If you have at least two years of warehouse experience and believe you would be a positive fit for our team, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your updated resume, including your relevant warehouse experience, equipment operation skills, and previous employment history.

Company: Swan Canada Inc.

Location: Mississauga, Ontario

Website: www.swancanada.ca

Position: Full-Time Warehouse Operator / Warehouse Associate

Join Swan Canada and become part of a growing team dedicated to quality products, efficient operations, and excellent customer service.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Pay: $17.60-$26.48 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Work Location: In person

📌 Warehouse Operator (Mississauga)
🏢 Swan Canada
📍 Mississauga