Company Description Manitoulin Transport has the most extensive transportation network in North America, making it easy to provide dependable on-time delivery and faster transit times. Sustained by its 65 years experience, Manitoulin developed the transportation knowledge that is relied on and trusted by clients in various industries.
Job Description
• This is a 60% dock work and 40% dispatcher responsibility
• Unloads freight from inbound trailers and loads outbound trailers using the handheld scanner as well as staging overflow freight for pickup by linehaul drivers at night as required
• Distributes freight to local P&D; Drivers
• Marks materials with identifying information
• Records amounts of materials or items received or distributed (on handheld device)
• Counts and weighs items to ensure conformance to the shipper's bill of lading
• Starts heaters, placards trailers as required
• Arrange freight in a specified sequence for maximum usage of trailer space
• Must take an active role in the safety and maintenance of the warehouse by sweeping the floor, properly storing dunnage, etc.
• Tuesday to Saturday work schedule
• Work hours Tuesday to Friday are: start at 9 AM, finish at 17:30, or when the outbound trailer loading is completed. Saturday Start time: 6 AM until 14:00
• Computer knowledge
- will be responsible for end-of-day labels and handling of drivers
• Other duties may be assigned Qualifications
• WHIMS/Dangerous Goods Certificate/ Forklift certification ( These items are covered with in-house training programs)
• Developed problem-solving, critical thinking, decision-making and judgment skills
• Able to lift 50 lbs, sometimes repetitively
• Ability to multitask and manage various tasks successfully
• Ability to operate our internal computer systems and handheld scanning devices
• Dependable and able to work in a dock workplace safely and efficiently while meeting timelines for departures
• Knowledge of the AS400 system would be an asset
• Willing to train the right applicant
• Have own personal transportation to and from work with a clean driving record Additional Information What do
we offer
you?
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive Benefits Program
• Profit-Sharing Opportunities
• Fast-paced environments
• Rewarding Careers
• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
• Ask about our Dock to Driver Program
• We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
📌 Dock Worker-Dispatcher (Prince George)
🏢 Manitoulin Group of Companies
📍 Prince George
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