Picker/Packer

Are you an energetic and reliable Picker/Packer looking to advance your warehouse career in Guelph, Ontario? Randstad Canada is actively seeking detail-oriented Picker/Packers and Warehouse Associates to join a top-tier operational facility located along a convenient public transit bus route on the south side of Guelph. As a globally recognized leader in staffing and workforce solutions, Randstad connects talented professionals with industry-leading local businesses. This full-time position sits directly within our manufacturing & logistics division, offering stable hours, competitive compensation, and excellent long-term career stability.

As a Picker/Packer, you will be an integral part of day-to-day warehouse operations, taking charge of accurate product order fulfillment within a structured unionized work setting. In this role, performance excellence is measured by order accuracy and productivity metrics. Working as a dedicated Picker/Packer, your daily tasks will involve operating manual order picking equipment and reach forklifts, utilizing handheld RF scanner technology, precisely packing boxed goods such as footwear and protective safety apparel, and safely palletizing and wrapping skids for shipment. Success as a Picker/Packer relies on your attention to detail during visual quality checks, basic reading and numerical skills, and physical endurance for repetitive lifting up to 50 lbs. Maintaining a clean and organized work station to uphold safety standards is also essential to your success within our manufacturing & logistics network.

Candidates applying for this Picker/Packer role must be aware that overtime (OT) is an essential operational requirement of the position. Candidate willingness to work overtime when requested by supervisors is a critical prerequisite for consideration for permanent employment opportunities. Additionally, initial openings for this Picker/Packer job include an immediate afternoon shift position to maintain full operational coverage until a permanent replacement is hired, alongside regular day shifts. Requirements and workplace communication for this Picker/Packer position are conducted in English to ensure clear cross-team alignment, strict adherence to safety standards, and optimal distribution efficiency across the entire facility.

Advantages
• Competitive starting pay rate of $21.50 per hour.
• Convenient location on a primary Guelph public transit bus route.
• Choice of steady shift options, including straight day shifts and dedicated afternoon shifts.
• High potential for long-term employment and transition into permanent roles for dependable team members.
• Extensive hands-on training, ongoing support, and opportunities for professional advancement within the manufacturing & logistics sector.
• Collaborative, safety-focused, best-in-class workplace environment.

Responsibilities
- RF scanner, manual order picking
- Handling boxed items of shoes, safety clothing, gloves etc.
- Palletizing and wrapping skids
- Inspection and visual quality check of final shipping products
- Basic math and reading tasks to be performed
- Staging products and materials for distribution
- Lifting up to 50lbs
- Housekeeping duties
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
-A minimum of 1 year warehouse experience
- comfortable with occasional heavy lifting
- safety shoes
- warehouse experience
- dock stocker experience an asset
-attention to detail
-excellent communication skills

Summary
Ready to elevate your career with a trusted partner in talent solutions? Our expert recruiters specialize in matching skilled individuals with rewarding roles in the manufacturing & logistics sector. If this position isn't the perfect fit for your current goals, reach out to our team today to explore other exciting opportunities tailored to your ambitions!

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