Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.
Position Type: Full-time
Department: Materials
Wage Range: $22.00-$32.39
For over thirty years, Valid has built a reputation as a world-class innovator in high-tech manufacturing. By focusing on exceptional quality and customer service, we develop strong relationships and partnerships with really great companies jointly creating really great products.
Valid designs, engineers, and manufactures innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries. Our reputation has been built on delivering robust products that are always backed with our exceptional 24/7 customer support. Our commitment to quality, and our philosophy that great customer service starts with employees who are valued and appreciated, are constantly moving us forward.
The Position:
The Shipper/Driver will work under the supervision and direction of the shipping lead hand. This individual is responsible for the safe, timely, and professional transportation of company products, materials and documentation to customers, and suppliers. This position primarily performs local deliveries within the surrounding regions, with the potential of expanding deliveries to other areas. When driving duties are not required, the Shipper/Driver supports the Shipping department by preparing, processing and coordinating outbound shipments, ensuring all products are packaged, handled and shipped accurately, safely and on time.
Why Consider Valid?
- Work with a team of skilled individuals who will recognize you for your knowledge, skill, enthusiasm, and passion for your role in our organization
- Work in a comfortable environment that allows you to get the job done while ensuring that you maintain a healthy work / life balance
- Support for your personal and professional development needs
- Salmon Arm is a great, centrally-located, affordable community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages
- Competitive salary, benefits, and pension plan
Responsibilities:
- Safely operate company vehicles in accordance with all applicable traffic laws and company policies.
- Load, secure, transport and unload products and materials safely to prevent damage.
- Ensure accuracy of all deliveries
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report any maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
- Pick and package outgoing shipments
- Assist with loading, unloading, packing or warehouse duties when delivery schedules permit.
- Involved in the monitoring and handling of shop supplies and floor stock
- Use of computers to assist in material handling
Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to follow direction and coaching
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to solve problems independently
- Self-motivated, uses initiative, detail oriented
- Proven organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills
Requirements:
- Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
- Must possess a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license with a clean drivers abstract (Drivers Abstract required)
- Previous commercial or delivery driving experience an asset.
- Previous warehouse experience an asset.
- Ability to use power tools – table saw, chop saw, power saw, nail gun, skill saw etc.
- Ability to build pallets and/or crates
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs repeatedly
- Must be able to stoop, kneel and crouch at times to perform assigned tasks
Working Conditions:
- May occasionally work outdoors
- Fast-paced environment
- Frequent travel using company vehicles, primarily within the local region
- Must be able to work individually as well as part of a team
- Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times
- Shift work may be required and should be available to work overtime if requested.
Reflective of the community we work in, Valid recognizes that work / life balance is important, and we are committed to ensuring that this is a company and career you will want to grow with. At Valid, we will keep you interested and rewarded while at work. Our community, and all that the Shuswap / Okanagan region has to offer, will keep you interested and rewarded the rest of the time!
If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your cover letter and resume to [email protected] introducing yourself and explaining your interest in this role. Please note that all applications are treated in strict confidence.
By applying for this position, you are confirming that you are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
