Material Handler

The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) is seeking 3 self-motivated and detail-oriented individuals to provide support as a Material Handler within the Supply Chain and Distribution Branch. We are hiring for two types of schedules – a weekly fixed position working Sunday, Monday and Tuesday (a total of 24 hours guaranteed with the potential for additional hours to meet operational requirements) AND/OR a variable flex position working 8 – 32 hours per week, including Sundays (This position requires availability for up to 32 hours weekly but guarantees a minimum of 8 hours on a continuous basis.

Employees in this position are also required to work two out of every three Sundays as part of a three-week schedule rotation.)

These positions are required to work on-site, reporting to the Manager Outbound Logistics and supervised by the Outbound Logistics Supervisor or designate.

As a Material Handler, you are responsible for safely using the Walkie Rider. This involves picking cases and loading liquor products into semi-trucks and trailers to fulfil orders for liquor stores while maintaining quality assurance. Additionally, you are required to operate powered mobile equipment, count warehouse inventory, maintain warehouse security, and complete general housekeeping tasks.

• Accountability (Level
  
  A) – Takes responsibility for one’s own actions, behaviours, and commitments.
• Communication (Level
  
  A) – Clearly presents and receives information.
• Adaptability (Level
  
  A) – Responds positively to changing needs and conditions.
• Customer Service Excellence (Level
  
  A) – Responds to customer needs.
• Teamwork (Level
  
  A) – Participates in team or group activities.

• Ensure orders are properly wrapped and packaged for shipment.
• Safely load liquor products into outbound trailers and trucks in a timely manner.
• Conducting inspection and executing basic repair of pallets such as reattaching boards and restacking if unrepairable.
• Safely handle damaged products, including recording, repackaging, and taking the unsellable units to the breakage room. Also, maintain the cleanliness of and organize the breakage room.
• Accurately record inventory statuses and ensure deliveries match purchase orders.
• Safely operate the warehouse equipment while loading liquor products for shipments.
• Conduct pre-inspections of warehouse equipment to identify any mechanical concerns which could result in a lockout.
• If trained, backfill for Machine Operators when coverage is needed to ensure optimal operation of the warehouse. Backfill dues may entail but are not limited to replenishments, clearing the r-dock, ensuring aisle 36 is properly stacked, and relief for impromptu meetings, coffee, or lunch breaks.
• Conduct general housekeeping dues as needed and any other dues assigned.

• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment during stressful and/or high-traffic conditions and in tight spaces.
• Ability to recognize potential and real safety risks to self and others; evaluate the risks and take steps to minimize and/or quickly resolve the safety issues or concerns; report the safety issues, concerns, or incidents.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and complete high-volume workloads to meet required objectives within established time frames.
• Must obtain a valid Operator’s Certification Card for Powered Industrial Vehicles for a:
  • Walkie Rider with a capacity of 6,000 pounds
  • Sit-Down Counterbalance High Li with a capacity of 2,000 pounds to assist with backfill dues for Machinery Operators – if trained*.
  • Stand-Up Reach…