Founded in 1916, Kohl & Frisch Limited has a solid reputation in the healthcare industry that distinguishes it as the only national, Canadian-owned and operated wholesale distributor. A family-owned company, it is one of Canada’s leading national distributors and is the essential link between pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers. Kohl & Frisch is fully equipped to service large chain retailers, independent pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals for all their Rx, OTC, home healthcare, and front shop needs.Primary Role of This Position In this role, it is the responsibility of the Material Handler/Shipping Assistant to provide assistance to the Outbound Supervisor in the Outbound Department. The Material Handler/Shipping Assistant shall ensure operations are compliant to applicable GMP standards as defined by GUI-0001 “Good Manufacturing Practices” and GUI-0069 “Guidelines for environmental control of drugs during storage and transportation”. Major Responsibilities
Verify the quantity of parcels on each shipment
Ensure that all labels are placed with designated parcels
Load trucks in an effective and efficient manner
Move freight from the conveyors to the pallets/load building area
Wrap pallets in an effective and efficient manner
Invoice loads and prepare required paperwork
Ensure that the Shipping Department is kept neat and clean
Follow all Kohl & Frisch’s safety policies and procedures
Ensure trucks are properly loaded to avoid damage to material
Assist with the moving, lifting and piling of material using hand trucks, BTs and other devices as required
Assist drivers with problems pertaining to their loads
Other tasks as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
Experience in high volume distribution/warehouse environment
Self-motivated
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
Computer literacy
Must be able to lift and move product weighing up to 60 lbs.
Certification in BT Operation
Hours of Work
Sunday to Thursday: 11:00pm - 7:30amHourly Rate: $22.19/hourHow to Apply If you are interested in applying, please submit a cover letter and a résumé by July 15th, 2024, to: recruitment@kohlandfrisch.com. Kohl & Frisch would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Kohl & Frisch Limited welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities and provides accommodation upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.