Shop Hand - Summer Student
About The Position
Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specializing in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, and maintain the critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on. Driven by a clear vision to strengthen the stability, reliability, and advancement of energy infrastructure, we take pride in delivering work that matters. Guided by our STRIDE values - Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Deliver, and Excellence - we foster a people focused culture of growth, mentorship and collaboration where safety always come first. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the role of a Shop Hand is to maintain and manage warehouse operations. The Shop Hand is responsible for receiving and organizing shipment, assist Project Managers and the Purchasers with locating material by jobs. The Shop Hand is also responsible to ensure that material is safely stored and tracked as it’s loaded/unloaded off the shelves.
Requirements
- At least 2 – 3 years’ experience working in a warehouse setting
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required
- Good customer service and time management skills
- Knowledge of logistics, including carriers, shipping policies and procedures
- Must be physically able to lift at least 50lbs repetitively
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Nice To Haves
- Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles is an asset
- Strong understanding of computer programs such as Microsoft, Teams and Viewpoint would be considered an asset
- Forklift Certification is an asset
- Able to handle difficult customers with diplomacy and tact
Responsibilities
- Receive shipment and match a ViewPoint Purchase Order number to the packing slip
- Receive and update backordered, if required, quantities in ViewPoint Construction Software
- Load and unload incoming/outgoing material from the warehouse
- Plan and coordinate shipments with Administrative Assistant and 3rd party logistics companies
- Assist Fleet Manager with inventory control and planning
- Record shortage and reject damage goods
- Respond to shipping/receiving inquiries in a timely manner
- Prepare documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders to route materials
- Operate forklift within the shop, ensuring all safety and load limitations are followed at all times
- Material Handling Equipment (e.g. dollies, forklifts, hand trucks, jacks, pallet trucks, wrapping machinery)
- Maintain daily cleanliness and safety of the warehouse
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods
- Generous paid time off
- Company-paid safety training
- Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
- Employee Family Assistance Program (confidential counselling support)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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