Job Description
Join Bioriginal, a global leader in nutritional innovation with over 30 years of expertise and recent expansion through multiple acquisitions within the last two years. We blend scientifically sourced ingredients to create unique solutions, driving trends in the Food and Nutraceutical sectors since 1993.
Headquartered in Saskatoon, Canada, with facilities across the USA, Europe, and Asia, Bioriginal offers customized solutions that empower our clients to succeed in a competitive market. We're committed to nurturing talent and providing growth opportunities in a dynamic environment where innovation shapes the future of nutritional health.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Warehouse & Logistics Operations Manager, the 1A Driver supports the delivery of excellent customer service by adhering to standard operating procedures in relation to picking, receiving, storing, moving and loading all materials and finished products between the Company’s warehouses and in preparation for shipment to customers. The role also focuses on safe operation of the tractor-trailer unit, to ensure finished product is brought to the warehouse and raw materials and components are delivered to the plant.
Responsibilities & Expectations:
- Performs material handling activities such as counting, weighing, sorting, packing and unpacking for shipment of Sales Orders to customers, receipt of goods from suppliers and internal replenishment orders.
- Drives the tractor trailer unit between the Company’s warehouses, customers and suppliers.
- Adheres to warehouse rules to ensure proper location of materials and finished product inventory.
- Assists in cycle counting activities as required.
- Operates forklift or other equipment to load, unload, transport and store all inventories.
- Handles dangerous goods, following established protocols, documentation and safety regulations.
- Proactively reports and addresses any inventory discrepancies.
- Maintains a clean, organized and efficient warehouse by adhering to all cleaning checklists and protocols.
- Maintains inventories of warehouse supplies, including pallets, wrapping and cleaning materials, etc.
- Proactively reports and addresses safety issues and concerns.
- Completes special projects and assignments as required.
Desired Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience working in a warehousing or shipping/receiving environment, with a preference for experience working in a food production facility. Previous experience driving a tractor-trailer unit is required.
- Class 1A license is required with manual transmission endorsement to operate a company truck and trailer.
- Strong driving record, supported by a current driver’s abstract.
- Previous forklift experience is required.
- Experience with WHMIS and TDG is preferred.
- Grade 12 or equivalent is preferred.
- Ability to work independently is required.
- Strong organizational and time management skills required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
What Do We Offer?
- Comprehensive Pension Plan
- Extended Health Care
- Dental Care
- Paid Time Off
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Work-Life Balance
- On-Site Parking
