Forklift Operator - Warehouse Associate

at  Russell A Farrow Limited

Farrow, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuehne+Nagel Group, is headquartered in Windsor, Canada. Farrow brings to the global trade industry over 110 years of expertise in cross-border customs brokerage, import/export trade compliance consulting, and integrated logistics services (international freight forwarding/global supply chain management, warehousing/distribution, and ground transportation). With operating locations across Canada, the United States, and Europe, Farrow manages over 800 employees with 38 offices and warehouses including those of acquired companies D.J. Powers Co. Inc. and Link+ Corporation. Farrow is proud to be a Canada’s Best Managed Companies winner for fourteen consecutive years, achieving Platinum Club status in the most recent eight years – an accomplishment few companies attain.
Position Summary
Primarily working Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm, the Warehouse Associate III is responsible for handling inbound and outbound parcels in an efficient manner. Day to day duties may include such functions as unloading containers, storing goods, picking, and packing orders, processing returns and/or processing shipments.
What We’re Looking For
Hard-working, positive individuals who are comfortable being on their feet for longer periods of time and are at-ease using scanning equipment and computer terminals. Ideally, you will be able to lift up to 50lb unassisted as well as be able to lift and bend throughout the day. You will also be certified in one or more type of material handling equipment.

Experience

• Six months to one year of warehouse experience preferred
• Preference to candidates who have completed training and have valid license(s) for Materials Handling Equipment (MHE), specifically a walkie/ reach truck
• Demonstrated knowledge of warehouse terminology and practices
• Able to use scanning equipment and computer terminals
• Able to lift up to 50lb unassisted
• Able to bend and lift throughout the da

• Receive, load, offload and put away stock
• Pick orders both with and without MHE
• Receive and process returned shipments and items
• Pack orders
• Replenish stock for packers
• Coordinate the order pool
• Print and apply stickers
• Use an RF scanner
• Wrap skids
• Palletize
• Perform cycle count
• Perform general housekeeping of warehouse
• Other duties as assigned on the job

Experience

• Six months to one year of warehouse experience preferred
• Preference to candidates who have completed training and have valid license(s) for Materials Handling Equipment (MHE), specifically a walkie/ reach truck
• Demonstrated knowledge of warehouse terminology and practices
• Able to use scanning equipment and computer terminals
• Able to lift up to 50lb unassisted
• Able to bend and lift throughout the day

Farrow is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request