Job Title: Shipping/Receiving General Labourer
Location: Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Us
Ingersoll Rand is a Fortune 500 company with a passion for making lives better. We do this by living our values and maintaining a relentless focus on customer success while empowering our employees to think and act like owners. We believe in sustainability through the development and distribution of a broad portfolio of global brands designed to meet customer needs in efficient and responsible ways. Ingersoll Rand is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. For more information, visit www.irco.com.
Fruitland Manufacturing, an Ingersoll Rand business, is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps and systems for truck and trailer-mounted applications. Our products support industries including agriculture, waste management, oil and gas, industrial services, and environmental solutions.
Job Overview:
The Shipping/Receiving General Labourer plays a key role in supporting warehouse, shipping, receiving, and inventory operations at Fruitland Manufacturing. This position is responsible for ensuring the accurate movement of materials and finished goods, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting a safe and efficient warehouse environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and able to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Responsibilities:
- Receive, inspect, and process incoming shipments while ensuring accuracy of quantities and documentation.
- Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders efficiently while maintaining company standards for quality and safety.
- Verify outbound shipments, including quantities, shipping addresses, packaging requirements, and shipment documentation.
- Coordinate national and international shipping activities while adhering to carrier-specific shipping requirements and procedures.
- Operate material handling equipment safely, including forklifts, reach trucks, and overhead cranes where qualified.
- Maintain inventory accuracy through physical counts, cycle counts, and reconciliation of inventory records.
- Support warehousing and distribution operations by following established procedures and best practices.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, provincial, and local health, safety, warehousing, and shipping regulations.
- Follow Lean manufacturing principles and inventory management practices to support operational efficiency.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and safe warehouse environment.
- Build positive working relationships with customers, carriers, drivers, suppliers, and internal team members.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support other warehouse-related activities as required.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 4+ years of experience in a warehouse, shipping, receiving, or distribution environment.
- Ability to safely lift and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Strong understanding of inventory control and warehouse processes.
- Experience working with shipping and receiving documentation and procedures.
- Knowledge of domestic and international shipping practices is considered an asset.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to company safety standards.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Basic computer skills and experience working with inventory or warehouse management systems.
Core Competencies:
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
- Ability to follow established processes while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Knowledge of Lean principles, including Kanban and min/max inventory management practices.
- Dependability, accountability, and strong work ethic.
- Focus on quality, accuracy, and customer service.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with varying temperatures and conditions.
- Regular handling and movement of materials and products.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
What We Offer
At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership, taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to provide the tools and support needed to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
Our Range of Benefits Includes:
- Empowering Culture: Encouraging personal ownership in our company’s success, community involvement, and environmental stewardship.
- Health Care Options: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- Wellness Programs: Resources and initiatives to support your overall well-being.
- Retirement Savings Plan: A robust plan with employer contributions to help secure your future.
- Employee Stock Grant: An opportunity to share in the company’s growth and success.
