Order Picker Forklift Associate

Work Location Type: Onsite 

As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. We’re dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results.

Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. As a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, we’re looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry over our next 100 years.

Position Summary: 

We’re hiring warehouse associates across multiple shifts with full-time positions available! 

You’ll report to a DC Supervisor or Process Manager and have regular interaction with other team members. 

Job Responsibilities (You Will): 

• Safely and accurately complete warehouse tasks, including loading and unloading trucks, sorting, labeling, putaway, replenishing, auditing, picking and packing products using industrial machines. 

• Operate wrist-worn or hand-held scanning equipment to accurately fulfill customer orders for shipping. 

• Resolve exceptions in order fulfillment due to stock discrepancies, order processing errors, damaged products, carrier changes, etc. 

• Follow lock out and tag out procedures for powered industrial equipment. 

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with OSHA and hazardous material requirements. 

• Work collaboratively and assist other teams to meet safety, quality, productivity, behaviour, attendance, and overtime requirements. 

• Perform other tasks as directed by leadership, including all functions of a DCA I and DCA II. 

Education/Experience (You Have): 

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 

• 3+ years of work experience in a fast-paced and physically active job. 

• Experience with industrial machines, like order picker, forklift, pallet jack, etc. 

• Ability to speak and understand written and spoken English. 

• Comfort working on your feet with exposure to heat, cold, noise, and dust while working on or around moving equipment and elevated stations. 

• You’ll need to frequently lift, push, and slide packages that typically weigh up to 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder heights. 

• Pass a pre-employment background check. 

Rewards and Benefits:
Our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet your individual needs. Check out some of the benefits available to you with Grainger (may vary based on hours worked):

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and up to 12 company holidays per year (dependent on home province)
• Life insurance coverage, including spousal and dependent life insurance.
• Employee Family Assistance Program to help team members with physical, emotional, mental, financial and other concerns
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan & Defined Contribution Pension Plan to help you save for your financial future
• Educational & Professional Membership Fee Assistance program
• Employee discounts, team member perks and more!

DEI Statement

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly match this job post as you may still be the right candidate for this role or others. We aspire to create a culture where everyone is comfortable being who they are, can learn and grow to realize their full potential, and is recognized and rewarded for their impact.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. Should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please advise us so we can provide appropriate assistance.

Pre-employment background checks are required for all external candidates. Internal candidates undergo a background check when they move from a non-driving role to a driving role.

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