Shipper with Class 1 License

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Loewen Windows and Doors is the leading manufacturer of premium windows and doors for the luxury architectural market in North America and abroad.

In addition to proudly handcrafting enduring products that enhance beautiful architecture, we are an innovative organization that has evolved into a design-driven, technologically advanced company.

Our products are beautiful, and they are built to last through higher standards and authentic materials.

We are looking for a Shipper with a Class 1 License to join our Shipping team. As the Shipping team, we work together to collect completed windows and doors, manually loading trailers to ensure that our customers receive their products on-time, with a focus on safety, and quality.

As part of the role, you will be responsible to shunt trailers as needed. If you are looking for a consistent schedule and enjoy working with an efficient and motivated team in a physical environment, we invite you to apply.

This is a full-time, permanent position on the day shift .

Shift : Tuesday to Friday; 6 : 00am to 4 : 30pm

In this role, you will be responsible to :

• Work as a member of the shipping team focusing on efficiency, safety, and quality
• Inspect units prior to being received, ensuring that units meet quality, packaging and height restrictions, and standards
• Scan units prior to storage or loading and ensure units are stored and loaded into appropriate bin or van
• Physically transport units to and from the allocated bin
• Ensure units are stored and loaded correctly and ensure on- time completion
• Train new staff
• Complete regular dock audits
• Build crates for glass and windows
• Perform Back-Up Driver duties as required, based on business need Locate and relocate trailers to accommodate efficient loading and unloading, monitor trailers for tampering and communicate security concerns to TransportationDeliver product to customers in Steinbach, Winnipeg, and the surrounding area, leading and assisting with unloading and ensuring unit count is correct and product is not damagedCommunicate with customers regarding estimated time of arrivalConduct pre and post trip inspections, schedule repairs, and advise leadership as requiredInvestigate local Spring Road Restrictions prior to delivering product
• Flex and cross train as required by leadership
• Other duties as assigned

You will bring :

• Class 1 driver’s license with air brake endorsement, able to operate all Class 1 vehicles including manual transmission
• Minimum 1 year driving experience
• Effective interpersonal, communication and customer service skills
• Strong mathematical skills
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Strong focus on safety, quality and precision details
• Ability to frequently lift up to 100lbs., or more with assistance
• Experience in manufacturing, wood working, carpentry is an asset

Why work at Loewen? We have a culture where diversity is valued and where you have the opportunity to make a difference.

We support you and your career by providing valuable tools, education, and development opportunities that allow you to grow and succeed with us.

Together we share a passion for design, precision craftsmanship and relationships as we achieve our vision to be the world’s leading supplier of luxury windows and doors.

Loewen is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our company. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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