Job title: Dock Worker - Receiver

Job Location: Ottawa

Position Type: Onsite

Shift Hours: 3:00am-11:30am

Compensation: $21.37 / hour

We Bring Food to Your Family’s Table

The Erb Group of Companies is one of North America’s largest privately-owned refrigerated transportation providers. The Erb Group specializes on the timely, protected distribution of temperature-controlled perishable goods across Canada and the U.S. The Erb Group is a family-owned business and has been in the industry for over 63 years. Its head office is based in New Hamburg, Ontario, with additional Canadian terminals in Baden, Toronto, Thunder Bay, North Bay, Ottawa, Montreal, Trenton, Winnipeg and a U.S. terminal in Elverson, PA.

What Will You Do?

• Responsible for unloading freight manually or mechanically from incoming trucks or trailers. Count product when required. Record any shortages, damages, overages on the pick-up or Linehaul manifest, and report any discrepancy to the shift Foreman, Lead-hand or OS&D.
• Load or assist in loading appropriate freight onto delivery trucks or trailers and shrink wrap and block pallets when required. Ensure that appropriate bills are with the skid.
• Ensure proper identification of products (E103).
• Responsible for LTL order and when necessary, straight truck.
• Locate orders according to slips (freezer). Ensure accurate piece count.
• Stage orders on dock to meet shipping deadlines.
• Responsible for inventory control (manual and computer).
• All other duties as required.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Six (6) months of forklift / dock experience preferred.
• Accuracy, attention to detail and a team player.
• A positive attitude, dependable, on time for work, and respectful with clients or co-workers.
• Good understanding of safe work practices and ability to safely operate dock equipment.
• Ability to use a forklift (Sit-Down electric) a plus.
• Ability to lift freight and other objects up to 50 lbs.

Your Cool Work Perks
Benefits available from day 1
We’re motivated by doing business with good people and hiring them too.

• Company paid health insurance plans (health, prescription, dental and vision)
• Company paid group life insurance and optional life insurance
• Company paid accident and serious illness benefits
• Long-term disability insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• 20 massages per calendar year
• TFSA, RRSP & RESP savings plans with company match contributions
• Profit-sharing opportunity
• Referral bonus program
• Safety shoe voucher
• Uniform and annual tool allowance for apprentice and mechanic technicians
• Corporate discounts with Josslin Insurance and Goodlife Fitness

• Educational assistance up to 50%, with specific training required by The Erb Group paid in full
• Career advancement opportunities
• Community and philanthropy opportunities
• Employee engagement events (Good Cheer Club, summer BBQs, prizes, food trucks, employee recognition programs)

How To Make Your Next Cool Move

Contact us 1-800-461-5299 or Recruiting@erbgroup.com

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet almost every qualification. At The Erb Group, we’re committed to continually improving our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and value driven workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experiences don’t align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply regardless. You could just be the right candidate for this role or others!

The Erb Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we have been recognized as Best Fleets to Drive For several years, a Top Fleet Employer and continues to be a safety industry leader.

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