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Under the direction of the Logistics Coordinator, the Shipper/Receiver will primarily be responsible for both the physical and electronic receipt of goods, as well as the shipping of goods from the internal warehouse. This position will verify and inspect all incoming and outgoing shipments to ensure complete accuracy before signing off.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Public transportation is not available
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Forklift Operator Certification
Specific Skills
- Unpack goods received
- Prepare bills of lading, invoices and other shipping documents
- Pack goods to be shipped
- Maintain internal record-keeping system
- Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents
- Determine method of shipment
- 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 Location Information
- Rural community
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
Weight Handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Electronic mail
- Inventory control software
- Internet browser