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Material Handler (Warehouse)

  • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Compensation Details: $20 to $25 per hour. · Full-time

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Pay
Compensation Details: $20 to $25 per hour.
Job type
Full-time
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Working hours
40 hours per week
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Who We Are

We are strong, nimble, and growing! EB Horsman & Son is proud to be a fifth generation family owned, successful Western Canadian electrical distributor with 20+ locations throughout BC, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, consistently recognized as one of Canada's Best-Managed companies. We take pride in living our core values and carrying out our mission statement of helping our communities thrive since 1900s. At E.B. Horsman & Son, we’re committed to a workplace where everyone belongs. If you’re qualified, we’d like to hear from you.

What We Offer

  • Birthday off
  • Health, dental, and employee assistance program benefits
  • Annual profit-sharing
  • Employee share ownership program (ESOP)
  • RRSP matching after 1 year of employment
  • Access to EBH University for personal & professional growth

Onsite work location

Located at 11767 186th St. NW, Edmonton AB, this full-time position at our Distribution Center offers a consistent Monday-to-Friday schedule, ensuring 40 hours per week with no weekend shifts.

Why this role matters

We are looking for experienced Warehouse workers to join our Distribution Center team. The Material Handler is responsible for shipping, receiving, and moving products safely and efficiently while maintaining an organized and tidy warehouse and stock environment. They provide support to the customer and sales staff regarding the product, order quantity, availability, and location of stock. The role of a Material Handler is essential for the smooth operation of a distribution center because it directly impacts the efficiency and effectiveness of inventory management, product distribution, and customer satisfaction.

What To Expect In The Role

  • Order Assembly: Generates pick tickets, gathers materials, and places them in designated areas. Operates necessary equipment and warehouse software (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks, RF Scanner).
  • Packing & Shipping: Packs, weighs, and labels shipments. Prepares bills of lading, coordinates pickups, and processes shipping paperwork. Assists with entering orders for invoicing.
  • Receiving: Unloads, inspects, and verifies stock against manifests. Updates inventory, addresses errors/damages, and coordinates returns with suppliers or Head Office.
  • Stock Keeping: Conducts cycle counts, consolidates materials, and ensures FIFO stock rotation. Handles bin relocations and reel conversions.
  • Warehouse Maintenance: Keeps the warehouse clean and organized. Assembles/disassembles storage units and reports hazards.
  • Customer/Sales Support: Assists sales with priority orders, provides stock availability updates, and helps customers with inquiries and loading.

Ideal candidate profile

  • Previous warehouse experience in a similar role is an asset
  • Working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) is an asset
  • Computer literacy with the ability to learn new software programs
  • Basic mathematical skills with the ability to calculate simple equations mentally
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs., stand/move for 6+ hours per day
  • Ability to be inclusive, collaborative, and respectful
  • High school completion

Our Core Values: Celebrating the Past, Empowering the Future

Teamwork l Integrity l Continuous Improvement l Resilience l Empowered

Compensation Details: $20 to $25 per hour. Compensation is determined by the candidate's experience, education, qualifications, role complexity, internal equity, and other relevant factors.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those living in Canada with permanent work authorization will be considered. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Responsibilities

The Material Handler is responsible for shipping, receiving, and moving products safely while maintaining an organized warehouse environment. They support sales staff and customers regarding product availability, location, and order fulfillment.

Requirements

Candidates should have high school completion and the ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for over 6 hours. Previous warehouse experience and knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems are considered assets.

Skills

  • Order Assembly
  • Packing & Shipping
  • Receiving
  • Stock Keeping
  • Forklift Operation
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • RF Scanner
  • Inventory Management
  • Cycle Counting
  • FIFO Stock Rotation
  • Computer Literacy
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Heavy Lifting

Benefits

  • Birthday off
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Annual profit-sharing
  • Employee share ownership program (ESOP)
  • RRSP matching
  • Access to EBH University

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Categories

  • Logistics
  • Transportation
  • Trades
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail

Keywords

  • Material Handler
  • Warehouse
  • Distribution Center
  • WMS
  • Forklift
  • Pallet Jack
  • RF Scanner
  • Bills of Lading
  • Cycle Counts
  • FIFO
  • Inventory Management
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Wholesale
  • Electrical Distribution

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