Material Handler / Receiver

Russell Food Equipment Limited•Edmonton, AB

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Russell Hendrix Foodservice Equipment is looking to add a Material Handler / Receiver to our warehouse team in Edmonton. This is an ideal position for an individual who is a natural planner who enjoys working with their hands in a dynamic environment. Who We Are At Russell Hendrix Foodservice Equipment, we empower customers to succeed by providing high‑quality foodservice solutions across Canada. For over 80 years, we’ve been a trusted partner to restaurants, hotels, and institutions nationwide, delivering industry‑leading design, product solutions, distribution, and execution. What It's Like to Work Here We’re a team of people who believe how we work matters just as much as what we achieve. Our values of respect, integrity, and accountability guide how we treat one another and serve our customers. Our culture is defined by a strong customer focus, a mindset of winning as one team, a commitment to investing in success, and a genuine sense of care. We collaborate, support one another, and take pride in delivering great work together. Joining Russell Hendrix means being part of a team that values your contributions, supports your growth, and gives you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
2+ years of experience in a receiver, or a shipper/receiver role.
2+ experience in a material handler or similar role.
Great planning and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
Knowledge of safe lifting and handling techniques, able to safely carry, lift, move (independently or assisted, where appropriate) product/supplies in excess of 50lbs.
Technologically capable, easily able to learn new programs.
Highly collaborative and team-oriented.
Comfortable with giving and receiving feedback.

Responsibilities

Track shipments and verify receipts of shipments as required.
Sort and distribute incoming shipments.
Perform quality audits of the condition of shipped goods for outgoing items prior to signing off.
Problem-solve for any cases of missing documents, shipments and deliveries.
Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and maintenance of the warehouse and loading area.
Load, unload and move products and materials to designated locations in the warehouse by hand or equipment.
Assist in picking and placing orders.
Check received orders and confirm that all inventory transactions are completed and documented.
Pick orders and prepare them for shipping, including stacking, wrapping, packing and crating products.
Perform other handling duties such as: counting, weighing, and sorting.
Contribute to a healthy and safe workplace.
Other duties as assigned.