Warehouse 2 Shipper

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Position Summary

The Warehouse Shipping Associate is responsible for the safe and accurate handling, sorting, staging, and loading of totes, containers, pallets, and returned products within the distribution center. This role ensures that outbound shipments meet McKesson Canada’s quality, cleanliness, security, and temperature requirements while maintaining accurate shipping documentation and compliance with all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), company policies, and health and safety standards.

• Key Responsibilities
  
  
  

Shipping and Receiving Operations

• Unload incoming trucks containing empty totes, containers, and returned products.
• Sort totes from the shipping line onto pallets according to designated routes and customers.
• Verify the number of pieces against the manifests used by drivers to ensure shipment accuracy.
• Secure pallets using shrink wrap and stage them in designated areas for loading.
• Load pallets onto the appropriate trucks according to assigned routes and shipping requirements.
• Ensure all outbound shipments are prepared accurately and efficiently to support on-time delivery.
  
  
  

Quality Assurance and Product Integrity

• Inspect outbound trucks to ensure they are clean and in suitable condition for transporting McKesson products.
• Refuse to load any truck that does not meet established shipping quality requirements, including obvious pest issues, inadequate cleanliness, signs of disrepair, or significant deviations from required temperature conditions.
• Communicate with the Inventory Control Coordinator (ICC), Quality Site Specialist, and Operations Supervisor regarding potentially compromised products.
• Ensure potentially compromised products are removed from the shipping process and placed in a secured quarantine area for assessment.
• Keep shipping doors closed and secured when not in use to maintain security and minimize temperature fluctuations.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation duties as required to maintain product integrity and a safe working environment.
  
  
  

Documentation and Compliance

• Ensure all shipping records are accurate, complete, properly retained, and maintained in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Follow all applicable SOPs related to shipping, product handling, quality, and safety.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory and quality requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and report discrepancies, quality concerns, or operational issues promptly.
  
  
  

Equipment Operation and Workplace Safety

• Operate forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, and other powered industrial equipment safely and responsibly, as authorized and trained.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Follow all company Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment issues, and potential workplace hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Supervisor.
• General Responsibilities
• Uphold McKesson Canada’s company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Collaborate with supervisors, the Quality Site Specialist, and other team members to identify operational issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and customer-focused team environment.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, organization, and workplace safety.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to changing operational priorities.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Demonstrate behaviours aligned with McKesson Canada’s ICARE principles.
• Qualifications and Requirements
• High school diploma or GED is considered an asset.
• Clear Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) check.
• One to two years of experience operating a forklift, reach truck, order picker, or other powered industrial equipment is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in a distribution center, warehouse, or manufacturing environment is considered an asset.
• Basic reading, writing, and mathematical skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong customer service orientation and commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Current forklift certification is preferred, or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days of employment.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work with warehouse automation and related systems.
• Ability to identify process issues and recommend practical improvements.
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds independently and handle heavier items using appropriate team-lifting techniques.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, carrying, bending, stretching, and standing for extended periods.
• Reliable, punctual, and willing to work various shifts as required.
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to quality and safety.
• Working Environment and Physical Demands
  
  
  

This position operates in a warehouse and distribution center environment and requires regular physical activity. The role involves handling products and shipping materials, operating powered industrial equipment, and working around loading docks and shipping areas.

Employees must be able to perform the essential physical duties of the position while following established safety procedures, proper lifting techniques, and equipment operating requirements.

• Performance Expectations
  
  
  

The successful candidate is expected to:

• Maintain shipping accuracy and ensure pallets are sorted and loaded according to the correct routes and customers.
• Follow all product quality, temperature control, sanitation, and security requirements.
• Complete shipping documentation accurately and in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.
• Operate equipment safely and comply with all health and safety requirements.
• Communicate quality concerns and operational discrepancies promptly.
• Contribute to efficient warehouse operations, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  
  
  

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$21.28 - $31.17

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