Shipper Receiver
- Brampton, ON, Canada
Temporary
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- 2+ years experience in a shipping department
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
About Us
Welcome to Lactalis Canada! We’re proud to be Canada’s #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s top employers by Forbes. Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada’s favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. In fact, our products can be found in over 90% of Canadian refrigerators in any given time. As part of Lactalis Group, the world’s leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey.
Job Purpose
The Shipper/Receiver is responsible for the accurate and efficient receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipment of raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods within a food manufacturing facility. This role ensures that all products are handled safely, quality standards are maintained, inventory records are accurate, and customer shipments are prepared and dispatched on time. The successful applicant must be able to perform all warehousing functions, including shipping and receiving activities, and operate forklift trucks and other material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner. The incumbent follows food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards and works closely with Production, Quality Assurance, and Warehouse teams to support uninterrupted plant operations and customer service objectives.
Days and Hours of Work: Sunday through Thursday. 10:00 pm - 6:00 am
Responsibility
Record and maintain accurate inventory of dairy products using SAP software & RF scanner including tracking batch numbers, expiration dates, and storage locations
Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, clamp truck and reach safely and efficiently to move and handle products as needed
Wrap outgoing dairy shipments securely, and load the docks following specific packaging and labeling requirements
Assist in conducting regular inventory counts and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and minimize stock discrepancies
Able to work in cold environment (fridge temperature)
Perform other duties and activities that may be assigned.
Qualifications
2+ years experience in a shipping department
Previous Shipper/Receiver experience ideally from a food/dairy manufacturing industry
Demonstrated good problem-solving skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Aptitude and desire to progress into a leadership role
Must have working knowledge of SAP, inventory management experience, forklift License. (walkie, forklift, clamp truck)
Able to work in both shipping department (cold zone) and receiving department for unloading of trailers.
What Lactalis Will Offer
Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.
At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.
Our commitment to DEI:
Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.
Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.
Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.
Welcome to Lactalis Canada! We’re proud to be Canada’s #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s top employers by Forbes. Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada’s favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. In fact, our products can be found in over 90% of Canadian refrigerators in any given time. As part of Lactalis Group, the world’s leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey.
Job Purpose
The Shipper/Receiver is responsible for the accurate and efficient receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipment of raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods within a food manufacturing facility. This role ensures that all products are handled safely, quality standards are maintained, inventory records are accurate, and customer shipments are prepared and dispatched on time. The successful applicant must be able to perform all warehousing functions, including shipping and receiving activities, and operate forklift trucks and other material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner. The incumbent follows food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards and works closely with Production, Quality Assurance, and Warehouse teams to support uninterrupted plant operations and customer service objectives.
Days and Hours of Work: Sunday through Thursday. 10:00 pm - 6:00 am
Responsibility
Record and maintain accurate inventory of dairy products using SAP software & RF scanner including tracking batch numbers, expiration dates, and storage locations
Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, clamp truck and reach safely and efficiently to move and handle products as needed
Wrap outgoing dairy shipments securely, and load the docks following specific packaging and labeling requirements
Assist in conducting regular inventory counts and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and minimize stock discrepancies
Able to work in cold environment (fridge temperature)
Perform other duties and activities that may be assigned.
Qualifications
2+ years experience in a shipping department
Previous Shipper/Receiver experience ideally from a food/dairy manufacturing industry
Demonstrated good problem-solving skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Aptitude and desire to progress into a leadership role
Must have working knowledge of SAP, inventory management experience, forklift License. (walkie, forklift, clamp truck)
Able to work in both shipping department (cold zone) and receiving department for unloading of trailers.
What Lactalis Will Offer
- Social advantages
- Free drinks (coffee, tea,etc.)
- Years of Service Recognition Program
- Social club, activities during the year
Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.
At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.
Our commitment to DEI:
Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.
Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.
Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Receive, store, track, and ship dairy products and related materials while maintaining accurate inventory records, including batch numbers, expiration dates, and storage locations. Safely operate material-handling equipment, prepare and load shipments to required packaging and labeling standards, and support inventory counts and plant operations.
Requirements
Requires at least two years of shipping department experience, ideally in food or dairy manufacturing, along with SAP and inventory management knowledge and a forklift license. Candidates should have strong problem-solving and communication skills and be able to work in cold shipping areas and unload trailers in receiving.
Skills
- Shipping And Receiving
- Inventory Management
- SAP
- RF Scanner Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Clamp Truck Operation
- Reach Truck Operation
- Food Safety
- Quality Standards
- Workplace Safety
- Inventory Reconciliation
- Problem-Solving
- Oral Communication
- Written Communication
- Cold-Environment Work
Benefits
- Free Drinks
- Years Of Service Recognition Program
- Social Club
- Social Activities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Food & Beverage
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Shipping
- Receiving
- Dairy Products
- Food Manufacturing
- Warehouse Operations
- SAP
- RF Scanner
- Inventory Control
- Batch Tracking
- Expiration Date Tracking
- Storage Locations
- Forklift
- Pallet Jack
- Clamp Truck
- Reach Truck
- Food Safety
- Quality Assurance
- Workplace Safety
- Inventory Counts
- Inventory Reconciliation
- Packaging Requirements
- Labeling Requirements
- Trailer Unloading
- Cold Storage
- Customer Shipments