Freight handler (except air transport)

Sysco Canada based in Boucherville, QC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Freight handler (except air transport) who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. Sysco has a strong desire to assist others. We are proud to work with the most local ranchers, growers, and producers of any distributor in the industry. We support farm-to-table initiatives in order to deliver the best products from anywhere to anywhere.

Sysco works with food banks and other hunger relief organisations to meet the needs of diverse communities around the world. Fighting hunger is an important part of Sysco’s mission. Our goal will be met through food donations, volunteer time in our communities, and financial contributions to hunger-relief organisations. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to full time or Permanent employment. The shift timings include Evening and Night

Employer Name: Sysco Canada
Position: Freight handler (except air transport)
No. of vacancies: 40
Salary: $21.01 to $27.91 hourly for 40 hours per week
Employment type: Full time, Permanent employment
Location: Boucherville, QC

Job Requirements

The candidate should be fluent in French language.
The candidate should have minimum qualification of Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Previous experience is not mandatory.
The candidate should have a thorough Criminal record check.
The candidate should be punctual.
The candidate should be accountable.
The candidate should be reliable.
The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.
The candidate should have excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
The candidate should have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
The candidate should be organized and flexible in nature.
The candidate should have excellent oral and written communication.
The candidate should be a good team player with enough interpersonal and judge-mental skills.
The candidate should be energetic with a positive attitude
The candidate should have strong problem solving skills.
The candidate should have excellent customer service skills
The candidate should be accurate.
The candidate should have good physical and healthy state to perform all tasks quickly, effectively, and efficiently.
The candidate should have excellent eye-hand coordination.
The candidate should be bondable and easily communicate.
The candidate should have the ability to work quickly without compromising quality.
The candidate should be able to work in a safe and efficient manner with little supervision.
The candidate must be able to handle weight
The candidate should be able to follow instructions, as well as work independently with little supervision.
The candidate should be able to demonstrate a courteous and professional demeanour.
The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
The candidate should have an eye for details.
The candidate should be required to handling heavy loads as part of routine work.
The candidate should be prepared for doing physically challenging tasks as part of daily work.
The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in bending, crouching and kneeling positions
The candidate should ready to work overtime if needed.
The candidate should be willing to work in standing and walking position for long hours.
The candidate will be responsible for loading, unloading, and moving freight between delivery and storage areas as directed.
The candidate will be responsible for coordinating freight movement with other workers via radio communication.
The candidate will be responsible for scanning or documenting freight as well as labelling items with identifying information.
The candidate will be required to examine whether the information on the label and the contents of the box match.
The candidate will be required to move freight manually or with specialised machinery such as forklifts, reach trucks, and pallet jacks.
The candidate will be expected to stack freight at designated locations using boards or pallets.
The candidate will be required to use protective devices such as padding and straps to prevent damage to transported freight.
The candidate will be responsible for adhering to weight restrictions as well as stabilising and guiding lifted freight with slings and hooks.
The candidate must keep track of the number of units handled per day, as well as their location and condition.
The candidate must update and maintain a record of every shipment in the inventory system.
The candidate must perform prescribed safety checks on freight handling equipment and adhere to safety regulations.
The candidate will be expected to collaborate with coworkers and supervisors to ensure a safe working environment for themselves and others in the workplace.
The candidate will be expected to communicate with customers about the status of their deliveries and any issues that may arise during shipment.
The candidate will be responsible for picking up incoming shipments from warehouses or docks and delivering them to warehouses or stores for storage or sale.
The candidate will be responsible for preparing documentation for shipments such as bills of lading and shipping manifests.
The candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all necessary paperwork is completed prior to loading or unloading shipments.
The candidate will be expected to communicate with warehouse personnel about any issues that arise during the shipping process.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience coordinating freight movement throughout a storage facility.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience keeping accurate freight records and tracking freight locations.
The candidate should be proficient in operating specialised freight moving equipment and preventing damage.
The candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Windows and Office
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and highly motivated.
The candidate will be responsible for ensuring that parcels are properly inspected and inventoried prior to delivery.
The candidate will be required to follow hazardous materials regulations and respond to emergencies.

Benefits

Health and long-term benefits would be provided to the selected candidates.
Under Health Benefits, the selected candidates would get Disability benefits
Under Long Term Benefits, the selected candidates would get Other benefits

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

pilon.marie-claude@mtl.sysco.ca