Warehouse Worker Co-Op Student

IPEX is one of North America's leading suppliers of integrated thermoplastic piping systems. Our mission is to build a better future by connecting people with water and energy.
We currently have an opportunity as a Warehouse Worker - Co-op Student. This role is based at our Distribution Center in Calgary, AB.
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SUMMARY:
The Distribution Center Warehouse Worker is responsible for accurately and quickly servicing a very demanding client base while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards in the industry. Outside pipe and fittings Pickers are required to work in all climate conditions, must be capable of lifting 50 pounds repeatedly, must possess knowledge and skill in FIFO principals, as well as RF scanning equipment and be prepared to meet any challenge.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Commit to the success of the team.
• Maintain a strict housekeeping standards;
• Load/unload Flatbed and Dry Van trucks;
• Execute work in the prescribed sequence so deliver-by-date is met;
• Perform duties within the RF processes in place;
• Accurately pick, stage and load freight;
• Work proficiently to meet Productivity, Quality and Safety targets;
• Be able to operate forklift equipment effectively and safely;
• Report unsafe work conditions/environment in a timely basis;

Requirements
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to meet daily deadlines and to work in an environment where assignments and work priorities are reviewed several times a day;
• Experience using RF technology is an asset but not required.
• Safely operate various forklift equipment;
• Must be functional in English

INTERACTIONS WITH OTHER DEPARTMENTS:

• Daily interactions with both customers and drivers.
• Daily communications with Shippers and other Order Pickers, to insure proper workflow and to provide support for load set-up and picking requirements;

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Workers must follow the rules in place as described in the Employee Handbook and Corporate guidelines.S
• Schedule: Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 am.
• Order pickers need to be prepared and equipped to perform despite difficult work conditions;
• Work involves both routine and non-routine tasks within well-defined standards
• Moderate requirement of physical activities producing physical stress and fatigue posture changes and visual attentiveness;
• Order picking involves at times performing in unfavorable or difficult climate conditions (extreme heat in the summer for both inside and yard order pickers, and rain/snow fall for yard pickers);

The incumbent understands, respects, and adheres to the workplace health and safety rules and regulations.
IPEX makes every effort to accommodate the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities throughout the interview process and, upon request, will work with qualified candidates to provide them with appropriate accommodation to accommodate their accessibility needs arising from their disability. Candidates involved in all stages of the selection process for employment at IPEX may request accommodation. To apply, please contact HR at [email protected]