Temporary Full Time Warehouse Associate & Driver – more than 1 required (Canada Summer Jobs)

The Warehouse Associate will be responsible for standard warehouse duties of receiving, sorting, put-away, picking and shipping of primarily food products for a great cause.

Warehouse:

• Inspect goods received for quality, damage and expiry (use-by) dates
• Build skids of fresh, frozen and / or dry goods for delivery
• Sort and re-package food
• Accurately count/weigh product being delivered or shipped
• Assist with inventory reconciliation

General:

• Promote the Mission, Policies and Objectives of the Railside Services Ministry in the Ontario Central East Division
• Prepare, complete and submit documentation in a timely manner as required
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Adhere to the Salvation Army Policy & Procedure Manual, Railside Policy & Procedure Manual and Railside Health & Safety Guidelines
• Ensure all comments regarding goods and / or services from Ministry Units, suppliers or other contacts are communicated to Railside management in a timely manner
• Wear the appropriate safety / Personal Protective Equipment and maintain a clean uniform
• Ensure all work is completed in a safe manner, in accordance with TSA, WSIB, and all other regulatory requirements
• Other related duties as assigned

• This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program and the following represents the applicant criteria:
  • be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment*
  • be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and,
  • have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
• Have a G class Driver’s License
• Proven attention to detail and the ability to follow legislation, directions, policies, procedures and well-defined steps
• Ability to personally and safely lift up to 39 pounds
• Reliable, self-motivated and confidential
• Ability to work in a team setting as well as independently
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to adopt a flexible work schedule during peak and / or seasonal times
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism
• Ability to understand and adhere to the Code of Ethics
• Able to work in a consultative, diplomatic and tactful manner
• Organizational / time-management skills to plan and manage the workload
• Respect for and understanding of The Salvation Army – its mission, culture, and values
• Previous experience is an asset
• Be available for full 7 weeks of program

Successful candidate will be required to provide upon hiring:

• A clear vulnerable sector screening
• A clean drivers’ abstract
• Participate in our online Armatus Abuse Training and Health and Safety training required upon hiring

HOURS: 30-40 hours a week

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.  If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.