Warehouse / Production Associate
(Warehouse Shipper/Receiver & Forklift Operator)
Position Type: Full Time, Permanent, 40 hours per week
Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Salary: $28/hr
At Portable Electric, we believe in Clean, Quiet power. Off-Grid.
WHO WE ARE AT PORTABLE ELECTRIC
Portable Electric is an exciting clean technology company that is in scale-up mode. Our vision is to bring “Clean, Quiet Power. Off Grid.” by delivering leading intelligent clean portable power solutions. We are expanding quickly into the fast-growing market of EV charging so that we can provide the world with zero-pollution and zero-noise electric power options which are reliable, fast-charging and portable.
Portable Electric has over 750 portable units in the field available in 14 countries to date. Through our trademarked Voltstack® and related products, Portable Electric has earned a strong global brand as a pioneer in portable and renewable power systems. Portable Electric has an innovative go-to-market approach and leasing options and is en route to becoming a global leader in mobile power-as-a-service. Portable Electric designs, engineers and manufactures at its headquarters in Vancouver, BC.
Our Values Our Values are our P.O.W.E.R.
People - No jerks. Respect, inclusivity and collaboration are the core of our relationships.
Owners - We are accountable and trustworthy.
Winners - We win where we choose to compete.
Entrepreneurs - We lead by anticipating customer needs.
Revolutionaries - We change the world using creativity and innovation
Your impact as a Warehouse / Production Associate
This role will support the timely flow of materials through our manufacturing facility. This role involves both computer work at a desk and physical hands-on work in the warehouse. The work includes operating the forklift and other warehouse equipment as required, shipping and receiving, as well as providing support to inventory management and warehouse operations.
- Perform general warehouse duties, including organizing shelves, pallet racking area and other warehouse areas to ensure a smooth flow of materials
- Safely operate the forklift (sit-down counterbalance) and other warehouse equipment (e.g. pallet jack, pallet stacker) to load and unload materials from trucks and pallet racking
- Receive products according to standard operating procedures; perform quality checks, investigate discrepancies between the packing slip and PO and report any damaged products
- Package customer orders according to procedures and customer requirements (this may include building wooden crates)
- Ensure all shipping and receiving documentation is complete and accurate
- Assist with all inventory counts to ensure accuracy of stock levels
- Operate the company van (class 5 driver's license is required) to pick-up & drop-off materials locally when required
- Assist with arranging logistics, utilizing both local couriers and international freight carriers
- Comply with all health and safety regulations
- Visually inspecting metalwork for powder coat or paint issues or shipping/handling damage
- Basic testing functional, programming of power electronics and calibration of batteries or willing to be trained
- Assisting with some basic assembly, installing insulation, adding decals and labels
- Other duties may be assigned
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in shipping and receiving
- Minimum 2 years of sit-down counterbalance forklift experience with valid forklift certification
- Class 5 driver's license and a clean driver's abstract
- Knowledgeable with Hazmat Transport Regulations or willing to take training
- Experience with international shipping regulations and documentation
- Experience working with dangerous goods
- Experience with heavy loads and ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to use the computer and work with MS Office Suite
- Attention to detail, strong organizational skills
- Self-motivated team player with ability to work in a fast paced environment
Location:
- This is a role working out of our Vancouver, BC location full-time
- Work hours are 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
