Warehouse Associate

For more than a century, Electrozad has been Ontario’s trusted electrical distributor—delivering reliable products, services and solutions for commercial, industrial, and contractor applications.

Sesco (founded 1922) established a strong presence across Central & Eastern Ontario, while Electrozad (founded 1955) became the leading supplier in Southwestern Ontario. From day one, both shared a commitment to quality, reliability and complete electrical & automation solutions.

We are a proud member of the Sonepar Group, the world's largest privately-held electrical distributor. The Sonepar Group is present in more than 40 countries with over 45,000 employees. In Canada, we are represented by 6 locally managed electrical and industrial distributors and have over 110 locations with coverage in 9 provinces.

What’s In It For You?

• You will be joining a market leader with over 40 years of experience to help you elevate your potential.
• You will be working for the world's #1 privately held business to business distributor of electrical products and related solutions.
• A chance to get involved in the forever growing electrical industry.
• We house the largest inventory to better service our customers and deliver on sales commitments.
• An opportunity for career development across many business departments within our organization.

Warehouse Associate

The Warehouse Associates will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and seamless processing of incoming and outgoing shipments. The Warehouse Worker must load and unload shipments regularly, with the capability of repetitive heavy lifting, and use any necessary equipment, e.g. lift truck, forklift, etc. Other responsibilities will include the inspection of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify contents and quality and may be required to assist in the scheduling of freight appointments. The Warehouse Worker must understand the impact of this position to other business functions that depend on the accuracy and efficiency of warehouse operations. Inventory management and vendor relations with shipping companies are essential functions for this position. Other duties may be assigned, as necessary. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of the organization. It is expected that the employee demonstrates behaviour consistent with our core values and supports our strategic plan.

Job Duties

• Prepare receiving dock to accept incoming product.
• Prepare materials for shipment.
• Match incoming and outgoing product with purchase orders.
• Verify product expiration codes.
• Inspect product to ensure saleable condition with acceptable code dating.
• Operate a Forklift or Electric Pallet Jack in a safe manner to move received product.
• Operate and drive automobiles, vans and light trucks to pick up and deliver various products.
• Perform pre-trip inspection of vehicle.
• Deliver products over established routes.
• Ensure correct loading of vehicle.
• Operate vehicle in a safe manner, obeying all rules of the road.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures regarding the delivery of goods.
• Record information on pick-ups and deliveries, vehicle mileage, fuel costs and any problems encountered.
• Loading and unloading products in a safe manner, using provided tools as appropriate (e.g. dollies, lifts, etc.).
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
• Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• May be required to assist with scheduling freight appointments.
• May lift cases of product and/or stock merchandise according to documented procedures.
• Process all required paperwork and maintain adequate records for reporting and tracking.
• Create a daily shipment schedule.
• Oversee the secure and accurate loading and unloading of deliveries.
• Track shipments and verify receipts of shipments as required.
• Manage inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
• Sort and distribute incoming shipments.
• Perform quality audits of the condition of shipped goods for both incoming and outgoing items prior to signing off.
• Report discrepancies to immediate supervisor.
• Follow current standards and procedures.
• Ensure that shipments contain proper documentation and if there are multiple items per shipment, ensure item lists are complete.
• Problem solve for any cases of missing documents, shipments and deliveries.
• Maintain organized work area according to policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Make deliveries with a company vehicle as assigned.
• Other duties as required by the organization.
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Experience in the warehouse industry preferred.
• Working experience in Shipping and Receiving role preferred.
• Able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ontario Class G drivers license and clean drivers extract.
• Knowledge of filling out waybills and bills of landing and international shipments.
• Ability to weigh and measure items.
• Working knowledge of safe lifting methods.
• Demonstrated ability to operate material handling equipment including forklift truck.
• Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.
• Computer literacy, including working skills of Excel and e-mail.
• Attention to detail in all areas of work.
• Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
• Knowledge of a broad spectrum of electrical products and applications is not required but considered an asset.
• Must be able to carry and move equipment and/or supplies more than 50 pounds.

Benefits & Perks:

We offer a competitive salary, plus a full set of benefits, including:

• Flexible benefits program allowing you to choose from options that best fit you and your dependents’ needs. Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending Account & RRSP matching.
• Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and a career path.
• Regardless of your benefits program, you will receive company paid Life Insurance, and employee paid disability.

Please note that, whilst not expected, the company may pay at a rate outside of the range for this role where appropriate. Actual compensation commensurate with the candidate’s experience, education, internal parity, role complexity, role level, and other relevant factors. The advertised salary range relates to Ontario and is provided in accordance with the Ontario Pay Transparency Act. We recognize however that salaries are often driven by market forces in the local area where a candidate is based and accordingly the salary range may not apply outside of Ontario.

More information on Electrozad:

Sonepar places the planet and diversity and inclusion at the core of its vision driving our business ethos.

Today, Sonepar is the leading distributor of energy-efficient products, pioneering the energy transition and making sustainability a priority. At Sonepar, we firmly believe that every action is crucial in safeguarding the environment, driving our commitment to a more sustainable future. We have accelerated our own transition to efficient generation and use of electrical energy across our business and champion the innovation of sustainable solutions in the market.

This commitment is tangible in our detailed Global CSR report, to learn more please visit

Sonepar has been recognized as a Diversity Leader by the Financial Times’ 2024 Diversity Leaders ranking and was awarded GEEIS Certification in 2022. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming submissions from all candidates. We believe in creating a work environment where everyone can feel safe, use their voice, and know that they belong. Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) is a central focus of our global, strategic impact plan. We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace because it allows us to better meet the needs of the communities we serve. It helps us foster greater creativity, breadth of experience, and it’s essential to our success as an organization. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnic or national origin, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, neurodiversity, disability status, gender identity, veteran status or any other aspect which makes them unique are encouraged to apply.

For more information about our Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit

Sonepar is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes submissions from all candidates. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request. If selected for an interview, please advise the Sonepar representative of your accommodation needs at that time. We will work with all applicants to accommodate their accessibility needs.

Next steps:

We are interested in knowing more about you. Start an exciting new career and enjoy a number of benefits by applying online. While we are very grateful for your interest in joining the team, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.