Warehouse Operator

Position: Warehouse Operator

Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Status: Permanent, full time (1)

Are you looking for a stable, full-time position with a team that offers training and support? Do you like fast-paced, dynamic environments? Would you like to learn more about driving lifts, heavy tanks and engineering a storage facility?

We are currently looking for a motivated, autonomous and a team-oriented individual to join our operations team in Edmonton, Alberta as a Warehouse Operator!

As a Warehouse Operator in our Edmonton facility, you will be responsible for receiving and shipping various commodities for customers serviced in various sectors such as Oil and Gas or Industrial. You will learn about Health, Safety and Environment and Responsible Distribution.

You will be awaited by dynamic colleagues who are eager to share their knowledge with you. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where we will provide you with the necessary training for you to succeed in your job!

Quadra is a privately held, family-owned company recognized in Canada and the United States. Our team of over 500+ employees have named us as one of the Great Place to Work ® in Canada. We put our people first and that is the mentality that guides us on a day to day basis.   

Some of the responsibilities of the Warehouse Operator include:

• Receiving, storage, shipping of all stock items as per defined policies, procedures and protocols
• Railcar unloading and material handling duties
• Assists with safety programs in warehouse (TDG, WHMIS, ISO, Responsible Distribution, etc.)
• Assist with general up-keeping of building and warehouse equipment including lift-trucks, scales, etc.
• Special instruction implementation including bulk handling, drumming, repackaging, etc.
• Participation in related training as required
• Assist in Heating Plant boiler operation and maintenance as required
• Operate forklift truck with proper certification
• Processing paperwork (i.e. warehouse release, bill of lading, certificates of analysis and cover sheet)
• Review daily shipment edit list to ensure orders are being handled to meet customer needs and expectations
• Physical inventory counts, ensuring accurate inventory (quantity/lots/locations)
• Printing warehouse release requests, bill of ladings, certificates of analysis
• Regular communication with Logistics, Customer Service and Procurement functions to ensure we are meeting customer and operational requirements

What are the requirements and skills needed for this role?:

• Experience in warehouse or manufacturing, specifically chemicals (would be an asset)
• Completed high-school diploma or completed equivalencies
• Good general physical condition; ability to lift and work outside
• Team spirit, motivation and ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills, great ability to communicate and solve different issues
• You MUST be able to wear complete PPE (cartridge mask testing included)
• Experience with WHMIS / TDG (would be an asset)
• Forklift cards and experience operating a forklift (would be an asset)
• 5th Class Power Engineering (would be an asset)

At Quadra, we offer not only an engaging culture, a collaborative, family-oriented and supportive environment, but also plenty of autonomy and flexibility. We also offer you the opportunity to be part of a professional, fun, innovative and committed team in a growing, people-oriented, Great Place to Work® certified organization. In addition to being Great Place to Work® certified, Quadra has been recognized as one of the Best Managed Companies for over 20 years! You will work with dynamic colleagues who are eager to share their knowledge with you.

Benefits of this position at Quadra:

• Competitive salary and generous performance incentive program
• Full benefits coverage (dental, medical, etc.)
• Programs offered to employees to improve their quality of life (Wellness Portfolio)
• Virtual care/telemedicine for you and your loved ones; 24/7 access to a physician
• Virtual wellness and mental health programs with a global healthcare leader
• Retirement plan with a match and several long-term investment programs
• Vacation, personal days and flex days
• Helping each other and having fun are part of our core values!
• A company that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion
• Digital environment
• PPE provided by the Company
• Overtime pay and on call bonus
• Customized training built for you
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development; a growing company that focuses on its people!
• Participate in various internal and external trainings
• Possibility of joining various company committees
• Social activities organized by the company
• Employee recognition program (years of service, merit awards, etc.)
• Private and family-owned company with a solid infrastructure
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Employee referral program ($)
• And much more!

Quadra supports and values diversity and offer equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status and gender identity. Quadra also welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We recognize that some people do not identify themselves as either male or female. Therefore, whenever possible, we have opted for a gender-neutral wording in a non-discriminatory spirit.