We are currently hiring for a Shipper Packer 1 to join our team in Ottawa. The role will entail:
Primary Responsibilities
- Responsible for packing and shipping requirements/activities associated with outgoing shipments.
- Responsible to provide weights and measures to customs and traffic. Ensure its packaged in the most cost effective manner and / or to contractual requirements.
- Selects and prepares items for shipment; enters transactions on ERP computer system (such as issuing serial numbers) locating/tracking inventory; occasionally generates way bill numbers; attaches documentation and applies bar code labels; provides product to drivers. Communicates with carriers to arrange transportation.
- Review, interpret, and implements packaging specifications.
- Loads and unloads trucks. Moves goods into and out of vehicles and inventory using Company vehicles and material handling equipment e.g. truck, forklift and pallet lifter, as required.
- Fabricates cardboard boxes and barrier bags. Orders and assembles crates for larger shipments when required.
- Responsible for finished goods area; ensures goods are not removed without proper paperwork. Investigates and resolves discrepancies related to shipping instructions and items in finished goods. Completes cycle counts of finished goods inventory
- Using software program, create Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) labels for shipments.
- Provides training and guidance to junior personnel, wherein necessary.
- Works with supervisor and shipping team to ensure priorities are met.
- Performs other related duties as required.