Shipper/Receiver

About the Company:

Dörken Systems Inc. is a member of the DÖRKENGroup of companies. Dörken is a

family-owned business that serves customers worldwide with premium products and

services in multiple industries. Exciting challenges, professional development

opportunities, attractive benefits and strong innovative manufacturing partnerships define

Dörken as an employer.

Scope:

The Shipper/Receiver works in the shipping department of Dörken’s operation in

Beamsville, ON.

Role:

The Shipper/Receiver transfers, ships, receives, and records the movement of parts,

supplies, materials, equipment, and finished products to and from an establishment.

Core Areas of Responsibility:

-Adheres to and promotes a working culture dedicated to health and safety, quality,

and productivity in all aspects of the job. Accountable for workplace safety, quality

and productivity in their work area, with priority order:

1) Health & Safety

2) Quality

3) Productivity

-Ensures that policies and procedures regarding workplace safety (e.g., forklift

safety, securing trailers while loading/unloading, etc.), environmental protection

and optimal use of resources are strictly adhered to at all times, and that shipping

staff perform their work in a safe manner.

-Wears all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and uses appropriate

tools.

-Obtains daily work instructions and documents (e.g., pick notes) from the Shipping

Manager

-Performs safe and accurate loading of orders for shipments, and unloading of

receivables

-Performs general physical activities to load, unload, sort and move shipments by

hand or using material handling equipment

-Receives and examine inbound shipment contents and compare with records such

as manifests, to verify accuracy and good condition of shipment

-Packs, seals, and labels materials to prepare for shipping

-Puts away received materials and finished production materials in the correct

location

-Moves goods into and out of warehouses

-Inspect the quality of received material and ensure there is no physical damage; if

any damage is observed, report to the Shipping Manager

-Ensures FIFO (first in / first out) storage

-Assists in problem solving and root-cause analysis

-Completes incident reports related to Health & Safety issues or material spills

-Performs daily required safety checks on material handling equipment (e.g.,

forklift)

-Performs daily workplace inspections, and takes action as required to ensure a

clean, organized and safe workspace in the shipping and receiving area,

warehouse, and yard. Takes pride in and maintains their clean work environment.

-Completes daily shipping/receiving logs and activity reports, and any other

required documentation

-Occasionally (if requested by supervisor), prepares documents such as bills of

lading and shipping orders to route materials

-Occasionally (if requested by supervisor), contacts carrier to make arrangements

and/or issue instructions for shipping/delivery of materials

-Reports low inventory levels of finished materials

-Reports any damages, inventory deviations, etc.

-Delivers materials to other departments using material handling devices as needed

-Provides orientation and on-the-job training to new/junior staff as directed by

supervisor/management

-Follows company policies without exception (i.e., “Dörken & I” handbook, Safety

Policies/Procedures, etc.).

-Observes preset break times.

-Contributes to a well-functioning production team by demonstrating reliability,

punctuality, and good attendance.

-Performs other duties as delegated by the Shipping Manager or Senior

Management

-Responsibilities and duties may be amended/changed based on company needs

at any time at the sole discretion of the company

-The Shipper/Receiver works under the direction of the Shipping Manager and performs

routine and repetitive tasks. He/she will adjust daily routines based on changing priorities

(e.g., rush orders, production delays, shipping delays, etc.).

Personal Responsibility:

-It is the personal responsibility of the Shipper/Receiver to strive for positive,

outcome-oriented interaction.

Self-Reflection:

-The Shipper/Receiver accepts feedback and challenges their own actions and

decisions.

-Constructive criticism is used as an opportunity for improvement.

Flexibility:

-The Shipper/Receiver adapts their customary or habitual thinking to new or

changed situations, in order to effectively face new assignments and challenges.

Team Orientation:

-At Dörken, we put great emphasis on team-oriented actions and on respectful

interaction with one another.

-We are considerate towards one another, and we support each other!

Time Management:

-Given tasks/objectives are completed/achieved according to the agreed timeline.

-Deviations from the agreed timeline are to be communicated in a timely manner to

avoid misunderstandings and further unnecessary delays.

Qualificiations:

-Ontario Secondary School Diploma

-Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a warehouse / industrial work

environment

Personal Profile:

-Ability to work as a team player

-Ability to operate forklift (valid certificate “Safe Forklift Operation”), pallet jacks, etc.

-Fluent in reading, writing and speaking English

-Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with others

-Basic computer skills, including familiarity with inventory management software

-Demonstrates accountability and responsibility

-Dependable with a positive attitude

-Brings good judgment and enthusiasm to all tasks

-Physically able to sit, stand and walk around for long periods at a time

-Physically able to repeatedly lift 23 kg throughout the workday without assistance

-Reliable transportation to and from work daily

Working Conditions:

-Weekdays: Monday – Friday

-8 am – 4.30 pm (flexible times as required or requested by Management)

-Work schedule may vary based on ever-changing company demands

-Occasional overtime and/or weekend work as required and pre-approved by the

Supply Chain Manager

-100% on-site

Work Equipment:

-Material handling equipment (e.g., forklift, hand truck, dolly, wrapping machine,

etc.)

-Packaging tools (e.g., stapler, tape gun, strapping machine, hammer, etc.)

-Measurement tools (e.g., scales, measuring tape, etc.)

-Computer

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Experience:

• Forklift: 2 years (required)
• shipping and receiving: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person