Location:3331 Mount Lehman Rd, Abbotsford, V2T 5M1

Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM 

About the role:

As a  Warehouse Associate, you will establish & follow best practices & procedures for product receiving, picking, sorting, counting, & shipping in accordance with weekly sales orders, ensuring that all products are handled with care & attention to detail. Reporting to the Warehouse Team Lead and/or Supervisor,  you will be expected to maintain a high level of accuracy & efficiency in your work, while also adhering to HelloFreshs safety & quality standards. 

What you will be doing:

• Maintain a safe & healthy work environment by adhering  to HelloFreshs safety policies, wearing personal protective equipment (ppe) & clothing as required, & promptly reporting any workplace hazards to First Aid & Supervisors
• Adhere to all food safety standards in the handling & storage of food products
• Receive & unload incoming shipments of food products, packaging, & supplies, verifying the accuracy & quality of the shipment against the packing slip & invoice or purchase order
• Count & weigh items as per standard operating procedures  to verify the information on the shipment documents
• Label, tag, & store items in their designated location(s) in the warehouse according to food safety & inventory procedures
• Conduct inventory movements both physically & digitally as required.
• Conduct regular inventory checks & cycle counts & updated inventory records in the warehouse management system to ensure inventory accuracy & reduce inventory buildup
• Ensure that the First In, First Out (FIFO) & First Expired, First Out (FEFO) method is followed when storing & picking products to maintain product freshness & minimize waste
• Collaborate closely with the Production Management team to establish work priorities, optimize material flow, & promptly report any potential risks that may impact the production schedule;  Ensure that the Pick & Pack team has all the necessary food products, packaging materials, & supplies required to perform their duties with maximum efficiency & effectiveness
• Create & issue tickets for the daily delivery shorts & non-deliveries. Ensure that tickets are clearly communicated to the correct stakeholders so that they can be fixed
• Identify quality issues with incoming product & work collaboratively with the teams to ensure that only the best products are accepted into our facility
• Ensure the warehouse is kept clean, organized & free of hazards at all times 
• Prepare ship out documents & ensure the ship out is completed within the time limit
• Learn & use HelloFreshs warehouse management systems & databases
• Work with compliance with OH&S acts & regulations.
• Use personal protective & safety equipment & clothing as directed by the employer & report workplace hazards & dangers to the supervisor or employer.
• Participate in ongoing training & development opportunities to enhance your skills & knowledge
• Foster a positive & respectful work environment by maintaining professional communication & behavior with coworkers & promoting a sense of teamwork & collaboration
• Other duties as assigned.

At a minimum, you have: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Willing & able to push, pull, & lift up to 50lbs
• Has experience with standing for prolonged periods including regular bending, twisting, & walking
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of warehouse experience in a food processing, manufacturing, or service industry
• Familiar with MS Office and/or Google Apps & comfortable learning new technologies. 
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbal & written.
• Experience with Inventory management & control
• Ability to work calmly & effectively under pressure
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, evenings, & holidays as required
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail & accuracy looking consistently for potential food safety or quality deviations.
• Willing & able to work in a refrigerated & freezer environment (-20C to 4C)
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Certification is considered an asset

What youll get in return:

• Competitive salary & health benefits
• 75% discount on HelloFresh or Chefs Plate weekly box subscription
• High impact work to help feed thousands of families in Canada
• Opportunity to learn & grow
• Work with a hard-working & supportive team

Working Conditions:

Its no surprise that as a food company, we use many ingredients that may be considered common allergens (i.e. peanuts, tree nuts, milk, etc.). Whether this role is based out of our headquarters or one of our distribution centers, it is possible that you may be exposed to such allergens in this role. If you have any concerns with being exposed to any particular food ingredients, including meat, please disclose this during the hiring process.

If this sounds like you, please click the "Apply Now" button. If this role doesn't quite match what you're looking for, but you'd like to know more about joining the HelloFresh team, please visit our Jobs page to view our other vacancies. We'd love to hear from you!

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