Distribution Associate I (12 Month Contract)
- Hamilton, ON, Canada
$42,400 to $56,500 CAD / year · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $42,400 to $56,500 CAD / year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience in Distribution Center, manufacturing, or similar environment
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Location: 2 Medicorum Place, Waterdown, ON
Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Contract Term: 12 months
Summary:
As the Distribution Associate I, you will support daily warehouse and distribution operations, including receiving, restocking, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory control. You will ensure products and materials are accurately received, stored, documented, and prepared for shipment in accordance with established procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices. This role also supports inventory accuracy, warehouse organization, and the efficient flow of goods through the facility.
What You Will Do:
- Inspect, sort, verify, and receive incoming goods against packing slips and invoices in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices and company procedures.
- Pick, pack, and verify products for accurate and timely shipment.
- Perform cycle counts and support inventory accuracy.
- Prepare and maintain accurate records of products received, transferred, and shipped.
- Identify and report discrepancies involving drugs and natural health products to Quality Assurance.
- Plan and prioritize daily responsibilities to ensure work is completed on time.
- Maintain required training and follow departmental and company standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Identify and communicate opportunities for procedural updates or operational improvements based on day-to-day activities.
What You Need:
Required:
- Secondary School diploma or equivalent
- Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Preferred:
- Post-Secondary education (Distribution, Supply Chain or Logistics focus)
- 2+ years of experience in Distribution Center, manufacturing, or similar environment
- Basic knowledge of operating within an ERP and/or WMS system (e.g., Oracle)
$42,400 - $56,500 CAD Annual
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Responsibilities
The Distribution Associate will manage daily warehouse operations including receiving, picking, packing, and shipping goods while maintaining inventory accuracy. They are responsible for ensuring all activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and standard operating procedures.
Requirements
Candidates must have a secondary school diploma and the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Preferred qualifications include post-secondary education in logistics or supply chain and at least two years of experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment.
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Distribution
- Inventory control
- Picking
- Packing
- Shipping
- Receiving
- Cycle counts
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- ERP systems
- WMS systems
- Oracle
- Record keeping
- Quality assurance
- Supply chain management
- Logistics
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Categories
- Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Trades
Keywords
- Warehouse
- Distribution
- Inventory Control
- Shipping
- Receiving
- Picking
- Packing
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- ERP
- WMS
- Oracle
- Supply Chain
- Logistics
- Cycle Counts
- Quality Assurance
- SOPs
- Manufacturing