Are you looking to grow your career and knowledge in a fast paced, friendly, safety-oriented environment? Are you up for the challenge of elevating the customer experience through providing the best solution as a trusted partner for our customers?We are currently hiring a Material Handler/Yard Associate for our Kent Gander locationThe service that we offer customers includes ensuring that our product displays are safe and easy to shop. We assist customers with picking and loading their products. To offer these services, we need associates who enjoy manual handling and physical work.What you will do:Follow all Health and Safety rules and legislation while performing job functionsLoad and unload customer vehicles, operate forklift and other material handling equipmentPick material for customer orders, assemble material and pack appropriately for pick up or shipment to customerInform your direct supervisor of any inventory discrepancies and damaged/defective material that would impact customer serviceMaintain workplace cleanliness and safety by removing empty cartons, metal banding, pallets, and other debrisInform supervisor of any safety issues within the warehouse and lumber yardHelp customers as neededPerform other tasks as requested by supervisorWhat you will bring:Grade 12 diploma or equivalentAbility to lift up to 75 lbs.Outstanding customer service and strong verbal communication skillsAbility to develop comprehensive product knowledgeAbility to learn to safely operate a forklift and any other material handling equipmentAbility to work in all weather conditions, fast paced and dynamic workplace8-hour shifts – varying schedulePossess a high level of attention to detailsAbility to read invoices and product return paperworkWhat we offer:A safe work environmentWellness programScholarship and BursariesEmployee and Family Assistance PlanEmployee discountHealth and Dental BenefitsRRSP contributionContinuous learning and Career advancementCompany Profile:Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. Our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior service, quality products and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values.We employ over 3700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of the Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative which ensures our great product selection and pricing.Kent Building Supplies is an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees, candidates, and customers.If you have disabilities that require special accommodation please email,Additional Information
