Warehouse Worker

JOB DESCRIPTION

Compensation: $23/hour

Job Summary
This $23/hour warehouse role involves picking and staging orders, operating a stand-up counterbalance forklift, and working safely in a cold/freezer environment while following all Food Safety, HACCP, and workplace safety requirements. The role requires lifting 50–70+ lbs., and weekend availability may be required.

***A 4:00 AM start time is mandatory, so candidates must be reliable and consistently able to arrive on time and ready to work.****

Responsibilities

• Pick and stage orders accurately and efficiently in a cold/freezer environment.
• Operate an electric stand-up counterbalance forklift safely in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Follow all health and safety protocols, including proper use of PPE in cold storage areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse areas.
• Provide assistance in maintaining workplace safety, including being a certified First Aid responder on shift.
• Ensure that any equipment being used is safe to operate at all times.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Comply with all Food Safety and HACCP regulations.
• Ability to be available to work weekends as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Standup electric counterbalance forklift certificate required.
• Occupational First Aid Certificate is an asset (OFA Level 1).
• 1+ year warehouse related experience (food processing, cold environment production) an asset.
• Completion of High School, Post-Secondary an asset.
• Trained in WHMIS, Health and Safety, Food Safety, HACCP.
• Able to work in a fast-paced work environment with superior attention to safe work methods.
• Physically able to lift (50 to 70 + lbs.), stand, walk, bend, twist, stoop, squat, repetitively for the duration of the shift.
• Can identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive – one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another

Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions

Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain

Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy:

Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • Voluntary Optional Insurance • Parental Leave Plan • Company Pension Plan • Group RRSP & TFSA • Employee and Family Assistance • Stock Purchase Plan • Maple Virtual Care • Unlimited on-line learning • Sysco product discounts • Preferred vendor discounts • Associate Resource Groups

(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This Job Requisition was created with the help of AI. AI will not be used to make hiring decisions or who progresses in the Job Application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to our Talent and Acquisition Team.

This Job Requisition is for an existing vacancy.