Shipper

Boshart Industries is based in Milverton, Ontario, with more than 70 years of experience in the plumbing and water well industry, including distribution and manufacturing. We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive workplace where employees are supported, recognized, and encouraged to grow personally and professionally. As a certified Living Wage Employer, we offer competitive salaries and health benefits.

Boshart Industries is currently looking to fill the position of Shipper. This position is located in Milverton, Ontario.

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Warehouse Shipper is responsible for packaging and shipping orders, preparing shipments, generating documents, tracking shipments, and maintaining a clean workspace.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties include, but not limited to, as follows

Shipping Preparation and Documentation

• Oversee the preparation and accuracy of shipment documentation, including bill of ladings and daily shipping manifests to ensure that all necessary shipping information is included, such as time, surcharges, and any other applicable charges.

Order Verification and Packaging

• Ensure all customer orders are verified and packed securely with appropriate packing slips.
• Handle product cancellations by updating labels and slips as needed.

Equipment Operation and Palletizing

• Utilize forklifts and pallet wrappers to handle and prepare shipments ensuring that pallets are wrapped securely, and shipments are palletized cost-effectively and properly cubed for cost saving purposes.

Order Consolidation and Freight Management

• Consolidate orders according to company standards and assist in determining the best shipping methods. Ensure accurate entry of freight charges and proper loading of freight.

Safety and Compliance

• Identify hazardous materials and verify consignees entering the warehouse.
• Maintain compliance with safety standards and company policies.

Teamwork and Compliance

• Working well independently or as part of a team.
• Operating confidently in a fast-paced environment, following all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.

Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, applicable legislation, regulations, statutes, and departmental policies/procedures/practices and operational guidelines.

Perform other related duties, as assigned, that are in accordance with job responsibilities and/or necessary departmental or corporate objectives.

CORE COMPENTANCIES:

• High School Diploma
• Previous experience in a warehouse setting is highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of water well or plumbing products would be an asset
• Experience operating warehouse equipment such as Radio Frequency scanners, pallet jacks, etc.
• Certified Reach Truck or Forklift License an asset (will train/certify)
• Counterbalance Forklift License an asset (will train/certify)

BEHAVIOURAL COMPENTANCIES:

• Accurately maintains information, ensuring compliance with regulations and organizational processes.
• Follows procedures with meticulous attention to detail and suggests continuous improvements.
• Fosters a supportive environment through teamwork, respect, and communication.
• Takes personal responsibility and strives for continuous improvement.
• Maintains a positive outlook and embraces innovation.
• Ensures safety by working carefully to prevent injuries to self or others.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical Environment: Work is conducted indoors in a standard warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures depending on the season. (100%)

Physical Effort: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting and Carrying: Physical strength and stamina required to handle physically demanding movements like pushing, pulling, bending down and lifting of packages. Lifting 50 lb. boxes may be required occasionally.

• Standing and Walking: Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Operating Equipment: Use forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.

Sensory Attention: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical skills and the ability to coordinate hand and eyes rapidly and accurately in using equipment. (100%)

Safety Protocol: Requires wearing steel-toed shoes or boots to prevent injuries.

Boshart Industries has deemed this position as safety sensitive. A safety sensitive position defined by the Canadian Human Rights Commission; if not performed in a safe manner, can cause direct and significant damage to property, and/or injury to the employee, others around them, the public and/or the immediate environment.

This job description does not imply that these requirements are the exclusive requirements of this position. This position requires performance of additional related duties as needed.

Boshart Industries is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to making our interview process fully accessible for people of all abilities. Accommodations will be provided upon request, to support candidates’ participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please let us know to ensure that the appropriate accommodations are in place.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Boshart Industries Inc; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.