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The Shipper/Receiver performs a variety of tasks and is responsible for shipping, receiving and recording the movement of parts, supplies, materials, equipment and stock to and from the organization. The Shipper/Receiver must load and unload shipments regularly, with the capability of repetitive heavy lifting, and use any necessary equipment, such as a forklift. Other responsibilities will include the inspection of incoming shipments to verify contents and quality and assist in the scheduling of freight appointments. The Shipper/Receiver must understand the impact of this position to other business functions that depend on the accuracy and efficiency of incoming and outgoing items. The Shipper/Receiver works closely with each division in Fortis
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
- Drive manual transmission vehicle
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Forklift Operator Certification
Specific Skills
- Unpack goods received
- Schedule distribution of goods
- Schedule transportation conveyances
- Route goods to appropriate storage areas
- Record shortages and reject damaged goods
- Prepare bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents
- Pack goods to be shipped
- Oversee loading and unloading of goods
- Maintain internal record-keeping system
- Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents
- Determine method of shipment
- Assemble containers and crates
- Affix identifying information and shipping instructions on shipments
Work Setting
- Warehouse
Type of Equipment
- Pallet lifters
- Lift trucks and fork-lifts
- Dollies and hand trucks
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Repetitive tasks
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Security and Safety
- Bondable
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Own Tools/Equipment
- Safety equipment/gear
- Cellular phone
Type of Operation
- Manual inventory control
- Handling of raw materials
- Computerized inventory control
Weight Handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Windows
- Electronic mail
- General office equipment
- Internet browser