Warehouse Worker / Forklift Operator

Job Posting Title

Warehouse Worker – Forklift Operator

Job Description

Company Overview

Nippon Express Company, Ltd. (“NX”) was founded in 1872 in Japan and is headquartered in Tokyo. NX employs approximately 72,000 employees at 733 locations, in 47 countries and 314 cities around the world. As a leader in the freight forwarding industry, the Company's successes and ingenuity are complemented by its global presence, and ultimately result in Nippon Express being one of the largest transportation providers in the world. Solutions, not numbers, are responsible for our success. Our commitment to develop successful solutions, which put information technologies and our vast network of resources to work for you, is what has enabled Nippon Express to lead the world in innovative logistics design.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Worker – Forklift Operator is responsible for the daily staging, loading and unloading of all freight coming to/shipping out from our warehouse, stocking, and maintaining inventories. They must be in compliance with training in Health & Safety, Security, Quality control, ISO and SOP’s.

Responsibilities

• The safe operation of all warehouse equipment (from forklifts to hand tools)
• The safe and efficient unloading of cargo from truck trailers and various ocean containers
• Receive unloaded cargo and move it into the warehouse for storage
• Pick or pull cargo from the warehouse and prepare it for safe transport (packing)
• The safe and efficient loading of cargo into truck trailers and various ocean containers
• Responsible for reporting damaged cargo coming into the warehouse; must be signed for as damaged and the damaged materials must not be shipped. Both instances must be reported to the warehouse supervisor immediately
• Responsible for all documentation (way bills, packing lists, etc) and the verification of those documentation
• Communicate with client representatives when they are on site and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction
• Required to follow all safety procedures and policies of NECA and Alberta Health and Safety
• Maintain a clean work area (general warehouse cleaning duties)
• Communicate with coworkers to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the warehouse
• Required to complete tasks with the utmost accuracy and attention to detail to keep a high level of customer satisfaction
• Attention to details is also required to prevent accidents
• Preventative maintenance on all forklifts/order pickers by performing a daily inspection of machinery before use
• Ensure that all machinery is turned off and locked when not in use
• Follow safety guidelines by reporting any accidents or unsafe work areas to the warehouse supervisor
• Ensure compliance of all NECA company policies and procedures are followed, especially those pertaining to ISO, PIP, or warehouse security
• Various other duties as may be required

Qualifications

• Strong written/oral communication skills 
• Knowledge of the warehousing industry
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines with a strong attention to detail
• Team oriented with a “lead by example attitude”
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment amidst constant interruptions
• Able to lift a minimum of 50lbs
• Required to drive forklifts and other machinery (Training to be provided)

Education/Certifications

• High School Diploma
• WHMIS Training
• Forklift Certificate
• TGD Certificate is an asset

**What We Offer! ** Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage) RRSP/DPSP Plan with company matching Paid Time Off (vacation & sick time) Opportunities for career growth and skill enhancement

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Nippon Express. Please note only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Nippon Express is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require accommodation.

Please note that we use AI tools as part of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency.

Posting is for an existing vacancy.