Job Title: Warehouse / Logistics Associate

Job Location: Richmond Hill, Ontario

Salary: $23.00 per hour

Job Category: manufacturing & logistics

Type: Temporary to Permanent

Shift: 9AM-5:30PM, Monday to Friday

Are you an experienced professional in the manufacturing & logistics sector looking for a rewarding new opportunity? Randstad, a global leader in talent solutions, is currently partnering with a distinguished company in the scientific equipment industry to find a dedicated Warehouse / Logistics Associate. Located in the vibrant area of Richmond Hill, this temp-to-perm position is an incredible opportunity to bring your shipping, receiving, and supply chain expertise to a specialized and growing field. As expert recruiters in manufacturing & logistics, we know that finding a workplace where you are valued and where your daily contributions matter is essential. This role offers exactly that, placing you in a close-knit, highly collaborative warehouse team of two to three individuals where your impact will be felt immediately.

In this Warehouse / Logistics Associate position, you will be the backbone of our client’s daily operations, ensuring that highly specialized scientific equipment is handled, tracked, and dispatched with the utmost precision. The manufacturing & logistics field requires individuals who are detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities. You will be responsible for overseeing incoming shipments, verifying inventory, and coordinating the outbound logistics for equipment rentals and sales. Because you will be dealing with sensitive and valuable scientific instruments, a strong background in proper logistics protocols is essential. This role bridges the gap between hands-on physical warehouse duties and administrative computer work, meaning you will spend a significant portion of your day updating inventory management systems, processing shipping documents, and maintaining accurate logistical records.

Advantages

Competitive starting wage of $23.00 per hour paid weekly

Clear pathway from a 3-month temporary contract to a permanent, full-time position

Opportunity to work in a highly specialized, clean, and professional scientific equipment sector

Intimate, supportive,



and friendly team environment with only 2-3 core team members

Convenient job location in Richmond Hill with a stable daytime schedule

Balanced mix of physical warehouse tasks and administrative computer work

Partnership with Randstad's expert recruiters to support you throughout your career journey

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee all domestic and international inbound and outbound logistics operations for equipment rentals, repairs, and sales

Evaluate shipping options and negotiate competitive freight rates with carriers, forwarders, and customs brokers to optimize costs

Pack, load, unload, and inspect sensitive scientific equipment, ensuring all required components and documentation are included

Prepare, review, and process critical shipping documents, including commercial invoices, packing slips, waybills, and customs declarations

Maintain accurate inventory records and databases, ensuring all equipment, parts, and accessories are meticulously tracked

Inspect returned rental equipment for damage, clean it thoroughly, and return it to a rental‑ready status or route it for technical repair

Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and bills of lading, promptly resolving any shortages, damages, or discrepancies

Review, verify, and approve freight invoices, resolving billing discrepancies and negotiating charge adjustments when necessary

Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams and customers regarding freight options, shipment statuses, and delivery schedules

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment, taking ownership of facility upkeep and waste disposal

Analyze logistics performance metrics to recommend process improvements, reduce operational risks, and enhance supply chain efficiency

Qualifications

3+ years of proven working experience in logistics, supply chain, shipping,



receiving, or inventory control

Post‑secondary diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field is highly preferred

Demonstrable experience preparing international shipping documentation and navigating customs requirements

Physical capability to safely lift, move, and handle equipment, boxes, and materials as required by daily operations

Proficiency in navigating web‑based logistics portals (e.g., CARM, CERS) and internal inventory management systems

Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification is considered a solid asset

Knowledge of Sage BusinessVision, letters of credit, or the geophysical industry is a distinct advantage

Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.

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📌 Warehouse / Logistics Associate - Richmond Hill (Ontario)
🏢 randstad canada
📍 Ontario