Warehouse associate

Are you a detail-oriented individual looking to spark a new chapter in your career? We are currently seeking a motivated Warehouse Associate to join a leading distributor in the electrical supplies industry located in Kitchener, Ontario. If you are looking to grow your career and are open to growing in customer service and sales this is the opportunity for you!

In this role as a Warehouse Associate, you will be the backbone of the branch’s operations. You will be able to take part in paid training to grow your skills. This is a dynamic position within the manufacturing & logistics sector that combines physical activity with technical tasks. You will be responsible for ensuring that electrical components—from small connectors to heavy cabling—are handled with care and precision. Whether you are performing order selection, managing shipping and receiving, or assisting with warehouse / showroom stock replenishment, your contribution ensures that local contractors and businesses get the supplies they need on time.

A unique aspect of this Warehouse Associate position is the opportunity to operate specialized equipment. You will be trained to use a motorized wire-cutting machine to fulfill specific customer requirements. This role also involves customer contact, particularly regarding order selection and processing returns, requiring a friendly and professional demeanor. As part of the manufacturing & logistics team, you will work a consistent schedule from Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, providing an excellent work-life balance.

Advantages
• Competitive pay rate of $25 per hour
• Consistent daytime schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm (no weekends!).
• Opportunity for a long-term career path within a stable and growing industry (electrical supplies).
• Comprehensive on-the-job training, including specialized instruction on motorized machinery.
• Working in a clean, professional warehouse and showroom environment.

Responsibilities
As a in the manufacturing & logistics department, your daily tasks will include:
• Performing accurate order selection using pick sheets to gather electrical components for customer orders.
• Managing shipping and receiving duties, including unloading trailers and verifying packing slips against physical inventory.
• Executing warehouse / showroom stock replenishment to ensure products are easily accessible for both staff and customers.
• Operating a motorized wire-cutting machine to cut various gauges of electrical wire to specific lengths (full training provided).
• Handling customer interactions professionally when assisting with order pickups or managing customer returns in the showroom.
• Utilizing manual or powered equipment (such as pallet jacks) to move heavy materials safely throughout the facility.
• Maintaining a clean and organized workspace to uphold safety standards within the manufacturing & logistics environment.
• Identifying and reporting any inventory discrepancies or damaged goods to the warehouse supervisor.

Qualifications
• Ability to perform heavy lifting regularly, with a safe lifting limit of 40 – 60 lbs.
• Possession of green patch safety footwear (CSA approved) is mandatory from day one.
• Previous experience in shipping and receiving or general warehouse operations is highly preferred.
• A valid Walkie / Stacker license is considered a significant asset, though not essential for the role.
• Comfort working in a role that involves both physical labor and occasional customer service.
• Reliable transportation to the Kitchener, Ontario location for a 7:00 am start.
• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.

Summary
Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing & logistics career? Our recruiters are experts in their fields and are waiting to hear from you. Apply today on our website to join a company that values your hard work and safety.

If this particular role doesn't perfectly match your current goals, reach out to us anyway! We would love to help you find the right fit.

Please email jackie.kurtz@randstad.ca

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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