Order Picker/ CON Forklift (Days)

Giant Tiger•Johnstown, ON

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Giant Tiger Wholesale is looking to hire a permanent Hybrid Order Picker/CON Forklift Operator for our new, fully automated 660,000 square foot distribution centre in Johnstown, ON. This role involves picking orders to supply over 260 Giant Tiger stores across Canada with their inventory and operating a Narrow Aisle and High Bay Reach truck to service Order Pickers and VNA Forklift Operators. The position requires adherence to strict Health and Safety guidelines and efficient operation within a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Requirements

Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety and complies with Ontario Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) standards
Capable of standing, walking, climbing stairs and repetitively lifting heavy objects throughout shift
Comfortable in a noisy, fast-paced environment
Punctual, adaptable, and spatially aware of surroundings
Strong attention to detail
Able to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
Completion of High School
Basic math and PC skills
Successful completion of three days of paid machine training and in-house certification

Nice To Haves

Experience with Voice Picking or Manhattan Warehouse Management System
Experience driving an electric double pallet truck, forklift, or similar machine
Experience in a warehouse environment
Class G2 or higher driver’s license
Positive attitude

Responsibilities

Pick orders to supply over 260 Giant Tiger stores across Canada with their inventory
Pile various sized boxes onto skids ensuring safe, secure, and accurate piles
Lift boxes repeatedly with a weight range of 1-50 pounds while maintaining strict Health and Safety guidelines
Drive an electric double pallet truck around the warehouse to fulfill orders with a focus on safe and efficient operation
Identify and match picked skids with outbound licence plate numbers (OLPNs) provided with the order
Certify accuracy for all picked inventory and ensure orders are ready for shipment within set deadlines
Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area
Support other departments as directed by the supervisor
Drive Narrow Aisle and High Bay Reach trucks through high trafficked areas to service Order Pickers and VNA Forklift Operators with a focus on safe and efficient operation
Follow Warehouse Management System directions and supervisor directions to replenish and put away in both conventional and symbotic racking areas
Identify SKU number and quantity to accurately scan and put away items from one location to another
Identify and account for damages by moving damaged cases to the designated area
Maintain a daily productivity count
Support other departments when necessary as directed by the supervisor

Benefits

Competitive compensation with guaranteed increases based on cumulative hours worked
Overnight shifts and cold storage location qualify for hourly premiums
Automatic company contribution of 6% of annual earnings to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan for permanent, full-time employees
Flexible, cost-shared health and dental benefits plan (available after 3 months of full-time work)
Annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days
Opportunities for career growth and promotion from within
20% off children’s, men’s, and ladies’ apparel and footwear at Giant Tiger stores
10% off health and beauty, grocery, toys, and housewares purchases at Giant Tiger stores
Overnight Shift Premium $2.00/hour (if applicable)
24/7 on-site gym access
24/7 on-site Micro Market
Recognition program with monetary rewards and other perks
Annual allowance for CSA-approved safety footwear
Parental leave wage top-up
Company-paid machine training and certification
Company-sponsored events
Work-life balance