Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate. SUMMARY We are seeking enthusiastic Shipper / Receiver to join the Shipping Team. This position will be responsible to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas. This is a temporary position. We are also seeking applicants who understand that employees make key contributions to developing a pro-safe work environment. BENEFITS $20.50 per hour Company provided: PPE, coveralls and rain gear DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May include, but are not limited to, the following: Follow all safety rules. Ability to process all relevant Shipping documentation and to fulfill customers' orders according to timelines/deadlines provided. Gain a good understanding of various PVC Pipe and Fittings SKU’s with regard to the yard/warehouse locations. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS • Experience in Shipping and Receiving, or equivalent, and has demonstrated a good working knowledge of safe and efficient truck-loading/off-loading procedures is an asset. Basic knowledge of computers skills. Must have the ability to lift up to 50 Ibs Demonstrated a good working knowledge of safe and efficient truck-loading procedures is an asset. Must have the ability to work staggered shift schedule. Must be able to read and communicate fluently in English language. Must have basic math skills Maintain a valid Manitoba Driver’s License and appropriate forklift certification. Must have strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. COMPETENCIES/ABILITIES Safety Centered Ability to follow instructions as directed by Supervisor Results Driven Team Oriented Positive Attitude Willingness to learn Communicate in a professional manner Organized Attention to detail and focus on the task at hand is extremely important. Flexible and adaptable to change PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, push, bend, twist or crouch. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate as this position is based in the warehouse and outdoors. The work is required in the operation of forklifts and other machinery including but not limited to cut-off saws, shrink-wrappers and others which require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs. Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation. If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday. Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®. To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com
