Part-Time Package Handler
Job Description
Position: Package HandlerPosition Type: Part-TimeLocation: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Division: Postmedia Parcel ServicesThe Company: Postmedia is a Canadian news media company representing more than 130 brands across multiple print, online and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it.
This exceptional content, reach and scope offer advertisers and marketers compelling solutions to effectively reach target audiences. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team.
The Opportunity: Postmedia Parcel Services is looking for flexible, hardworking individuals to join our growing team
What you'll do:
Prepare stations for inbound parcels: Set up of racks, bags, and cages, for sorting.
Ensuring everything is properly labeled with correct Hub/Sort codes
Scan, sort, and place parcels within stations in the appropriate labeled bags/cages
Verify sort codes to match with proper bags/cages to eliminate "missorts"
Ensure proper use of provided equipment
Responsible for bringing missorts/package issues to Admins
Bag/Cage all sorted freight and stage the freight for carriers
Assist with loading and unloading trucks as required
Clean facility as required
Update respective Leads of any supplies needed, damages and any delays or issues encountered
Ensure all Health and Safety Guidelines are adhered to at all times
Ensure dock safety for yourself and fellow coworkers
Any other task or assignments deemed necessary by the organization
Requirements:
High School Diploma
Reliable transportation
Basic English language skills
Ability to work up to 12 hr shifts
Available through the week and weekends
Warehouse experience considered an asset
Good interpersonal, communication and organization skills
Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50lbs repetitively
Pay: Base Rate: $16.50/hr
Benefits:
Group Benefits Plan (health, dental, vision)
Pension
Paid Vacation Time
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