Shipping & Receiving Assistant

Location

Richmond, BC | Canada

Job description

Why Join Norsat International Inc.?

We have an innovative and outstanding team of industry professionals who drive our ongoing success at Norsat International Inc. We strive to offer a supportive, inclusive and nurturing environment that helps our employees expand their careers and reach their highest potential.

Summary:

Norsat is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Assistant to work in the Operations Group, reporting to the Demand Planning Manager. The role holder will be responsible for a variety of shipping tasks to support outbound and inbound logistics from and to Norsat. The main tasks for the shipper/receiver include accepting, checking, record keeping, and storing incoming packages and packing, shipping, documentation preparation, and record-keeping of outgoing packages. In addition, the position requires maintaining supply inventory for the warehouse and office and maintaining the overall environment.

The Shipping and Receiving Assistant will work with the Warehouse Coordinator and Logistics Coordinator to assure the proper delivery of all incoming and outgoing packages and actively participate in organizing and maintaining the inventory for the warehouse area.

What You'll Do:

• Managing incoming and outgoing shipments including Purchases (products, materials, and supplies) and collaborators' packages;
• Packaging the outgoing shipments;
• Preparing shipping documents in accordance with packing slips;
• Collaborating and communicating with the team and others involved in the shipment and receipt of products;
• Tracking the status of incoming and outgoing shipments;
• Ensuring floor tidiness and maintaining a clean and neat shipping and receiving area at all times;
• Participating in warehousing tasks including discarding and recycling cardboard, Styrofoam, and other recyclable material;
• Unloading trucks and deliveries;
• Sorting and stocking receivables;
• Entering inventory storage areas to pick and drop off packages;
• Engages with vendors and drivers with a positive attitude;
• Provides backup support for Warehouse Coordinator and Logistics Coordinator;
• Inspecting and ensuring received and shipped materials are free from damage;
• Promptly reports any operational issues or equipment failures to the Team Lead or Supervisor to expedite problem resolution;
• Performs daily inventory count;
• Organizes and maintains inventory in the warehouse;
• Adheres to safety and security protocols;
• Other duties assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• Minimum High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required;
• Good computer skills;
• Good physical ability to move moderately heavy and/or bulky materials up to 50 lbs;
• Experience working with pallet jack and forklift preferred;
• One year of warehousing experience or 6 months of logistics, retail, or customer service experience is preferred.

What We Offer:

• Paid vacation days;
• 5 paid sick days;
• 100% paid by employer comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, life & more (coverage varies);
• 4% RRSP matching;
• Up to an annual maximum of $2,000 per year professional development fund for designations and accreditations;
• 100% reimbursed for job-related training;
• On-going training available;
• Flexible hours of work based on position;
• Employee Referral Program;
• Employee Award Program;
• Plenty of on-site and street parking & a bus stop right in front of the office (bus 405, 410, 416);
• Leisure areas in the office, employees are encouraged to have some fun! (i.e., ping pong table, foosball, Wii, tabletop games, card games).
• Employee events & initiatives: company BBQs, field trips, annual summer event, free snacks events, lunchroom has free flow of coffees & teas.

Please note that benefits may vary by location and employment status.

Applicants must hold either a Canadian citizenship, Canadian Permanent Residency, or Work/ Study Permit. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide assistance for work authorization. 

About Us:

Norsat International Inc., founded in 1977, is a leading provider of innovative communication solutions that enable the transmission of data, audio, and video for remote and challenging applications. Norsat’s products and services include customizable satellite components, portable satellite systems, maritime solutions, and network solutions. The company’s products and services are used extensively by telecommunications services providers, emergency services and homeland security agencies, military organizations, health care providers, news organizations, and Fortune 1000 companies.

Reports to:  Demand Planning Manager
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time

Salary Range: 31,616 - 41,000 CAD annually

Diversity Statement:

The Company values a diverse workplace where equal employment opportunities are available and commits to practicing a fair recruitment and hiring process in which all candidates are considered on the basis of their skills, abilities, and fit with the Company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, pregnancy, and physical or mental disability.

Accessibility Accommodations:

More information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodations, are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Security Screening Requirement:

Norsat is a secure facility; thus, all employment is contingent upon the selected candidate’s successful clearance from federal security screenings, including Criminal Record Check.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

No recruiters please.

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$31.62k - $41k per year