Warehouse Clerk

For over 70 years, Walter Surface Technologies has been a world leader in surface treatment technologies, providing high-performance abrasives, tools, power tools, chemical solutions and welding process solutions specifically designed for the metalworking industry. Our core philosophy is focused on helping customers work better and providing “only the best” - the best technology, the best products, the best performance, the best in safety and the best in sustainability - all aimed at increasing their productivity and profitability.

Job summary

The Warehouse Attendant is responsible for a range of tasks in the warehouse using a variety of instruments and rolling stock while ensuring compliance with established standards and health and safety norms.

Responsibilities:

• Receive and inspect incoming products, according to established procedures.
• Store products in appropriate locations, according to established procedures.
• Receive returns, confirm quantities, verify product condition and complete required documentation.
• Receive orders, prioritize if necessary and select merchandise for shipment.
• Verify accuracy of processed orders and report concerns to manager as appropriate.
• Safely pack products according to established procedures.
• Enclose appropriate documentation with each order and ensure that all shipments are properly identified (labels, etc.).
• Load pallets, wrap and load into trucks.
• Create shipping labels and other documentation for shipments, as well as shipping notices and declarations; maintain up-to-date information in the warehouse management system.
• Organize and coordinate shipment of merchandise.
• Participate in cyclical and annual inventories.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work environment in compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills & Abilities required

• Basic knowledge of computer software; experience with a warehouse management system ("WMS") is an asset. 
• Can lift/carry a 50 lb load on occasion. 
• Must be available to work overtime when required. 
• Forklift license is considered an asset. 
• No fear of heights when using the “VNA”.
• Experience operating a VNA forklift is a major asset.
• Qualified to handle and prepare hazardous material shipments is considered an asset. 
• Customer service oriented.
• Energetic, reliable, punctual, diligent, team player, self-motivated, detail-oriented and able to multi-task. 
• Good work organization, time management and prioritization.
• Good work ethic and positive attitude.

Experience and education:

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Minimum 1 year experience as a shipping/receiving clerk in a warehouse environment. 
• Good communication skills; must speak, read and write in English and French. English skills are required due to interactions with internal & external customers.