Warehouse Operator - Burnaby, BC

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

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Job Purpose

While interfacing with our customers and sales team, the Warehouse Employee owns a customer order from start to finish and can escalate concerns as required. Also, the employee plays a big role in managing inventory for the facility that they work in.  All work must be performed respecting Health and Safety Guidelines.  

Job Location & Hours of Work

Job Location:  Burnaby, BC

Hours of Work:   Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Total Compensation Package

• Starting wage: $24.00 to $26.00/hour
• Annual Short-Term Incentive Bonus: 4% of salary, based on company and individual performance
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal/sick days, and 2 floater days (allocated at the company’s discretion)
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits:
  -Drug, medical, dental and life insurance coverage
  -Paramedical services (including massage therapy)
  -Access to telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  -Physical fitness reimbursement
• Pension Plan: Company-matched contributions

Key Responsibilities

• Order Management: Order Receipt, Entry, Confirmation, and fulfillment
• Communication:   Communicate with Sales, customers and/or other resources as necessary either to inform or address problems.
• Inventory Management:  Perform physical Shipping and Receiving duties as daily.  Data entry, tracking shipments in the computer system (SAP) and tinting products per specifications.  Other duties as assigned. 
• Health, Safety & Sustainability: All work must be performed in accordance with all Health & Safety Protocols, AkzoNobel Core Values and Code of Conduct.

Experience

• 1–3 years of warehouse experience.
• Customer service experience is considered an asset.
• 1–3 years of experience operating stand-up forklift trucks (Reach or Counterbalance), including loading and unloading trucks.
• Valid forklift operator license required.
• Flexible team player with the ability to occasionally work overtime.
• Basic computer skills required for email and data entry; familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems is an asset.
• Able to regularly lift 50 lbs (23 kg) or more, and stand or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to accurately distinguish colors for tinting tasks.
• Strong attention to detail: capable of picking orders accurately and tinting products according to formulas and color standards (training will be provided).
• Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in English.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.  AkzoNobel is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact View email address on careers.akzonobel.com. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID: 54148#LI-KT1