Receiver

Job Description

Job Description

Location : Edmonton

Employment Type : Hourly

Shift : Days

Work Designation : Onsite

Employment Status : Full Time

Position Summary :

Reporting to the Warehouse and Production and Warehouse Manager, the Receiver is responsible for inbound shipments and for the safe, efficient transportation of raw materials, packaging and finished goods within the plant and warehouse in accordance with General Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

• Pre op maintenance checks on forklift equipment
• Unloading of inbound trucks and receiving of inbound materials including :
• Checking material against bill of lading, and signing receipts.
• Ensuring all other paperwork and inventory control documentation is completed
• Receiving and storing raw materials and packaging deliveries
• Putting materials away into appropriate locations, according to sequence and coding
• Ensure that the materials are accurately entered into the enterprise resource planning system J.D.E.
• Making, transporting and storing skids
• Handling internal inquiries and provide assistance in locating and delivering materials.
• Inspect for quality, quantity and correct material, conformity to existing material already in stock and WHMIS labelling, if applicable
• Accurate & timely reporting of all quality issues
• Follow all proper maintenance, sanitation and Health & Safety protocols at all times.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and general housekeeping
• Train others as required
• Order picking
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience :

• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Receiving experience preferred

Knowledge and Skills :

• Able to perform above duties in a fast paced environment.
• Able to multi-task, prioritize and problem solve.
• Able to operate material handling equipment in a safe manner, consistent with established procedures, including maintaining forklift batteries, conducting daily circle checks and completing required documentation.
• Good knowledge of inventory control and order picking.
• Able to count, sort, code, and record information as required for inventory control.
• Good knowledge of GMPs, SOPs, Health & Safety procedures, including, OHSA & WHMIS.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors as a Quality Focused, Service Oriented Team Player.
• Able to operate forklift and power jack safely while following company training & policies.

Why Join Us :

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits, with coverage beginning following the completion of your probationary period.

• Health, Prescription Drugs, Dental & Vision
• RRSP Program
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Extended Health Care Benefits, Health Care Spending Account, Out of Country / Emergency Medical Travel, and other optional benefits.
• Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs

Physical Demands :

Regularly requires intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Physical strength and dexterity sufficient to perform the required task(s).

Must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds or more with assistance. Additional demands may be required.

Work Environment :

In addition to normal business hours, work schedules may include after hours and weekends as needed. May work outside and in adverse temperatures which include extreme hot, cold, and humidity.

Must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by established Company Safety standards.

Diversity & Inclusion :

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values.

We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.

Ventura Foods Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds.

We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Company Description

Ventura Foods is a leading global manufacturer of branded and custom food products that proudly helps food providers in the U.

S., Canada and more than 60 other countries earn a special place on consumers’ tables. We do this by continually crafting custom dressings, sauces, mayonnaises, and other food solutions that exceed peoples’ expectations for great-tasting flavors and high-quality ingredients.

Headquartered in Brea, California, Ventura Foods operates 14 manufacturing facilities, 3 culinary centers, and numerous distribution centers across North America.

When you work in our manufacturing and distribution facilities, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work.

As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth, because you invest in ours.

Company Description

Ventura Foods is a leading global manufacturer of branded and custom food products that proudly helps food providers in the U.

S., Canada and more than 60 other countries earn a special place on consumers’ tables. We do this by continually crafting custom dressings, sauces, mayonnaises, and other food solutions that exceed peoples’ expectations for great-tasting flavors and high-quality ingredients.

r n r nHeadquartered in Brea, California, Ventura Foods operates 14 manufacturing facilities, 3 culinary centers, and numerous distribution centers across North America.

When you work in our manufacturing and distribution facilities, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work.

As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth, because you invest in ours. r n r