About ColdHaus :
Coldhaus Direct is a national sales, distribution, and route-to-market partner built to scale brands across Canada. With over 20 years of experience, we offer a full suite of services including direct-to-store distribution, warehousing, freight, fulfillment, and sub-distributor hosting, all supported by in-house back-office financial functions. We're growing, and we're building the team to match.
This is a direct hire with Coldhaus, not an Agency.
Summary of Position:
We're looking for a reliable, safety-minded Warehouse Assistant to join our day team at our Brampton (Headquarters) facility. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced distribution environment where accuracy, ownership, and teamwork matter.
You'll work an 8-hour shift, Monday to Friday, alongside an onsite team and management. You won't be working in isolation, our crew is collaborative and leads are present and engaged.
Job Description & Responsibilities:
- Participate in Coldhaus Direct’s daily inbound or outbound warehouse operations
- Operating forklifts and warehouse equipment safely and in accordance with Coldhaus safety standards
- Quality control to ensure accuracy of put aways and proper securement of product
- Receive, check in and put away inbound stock in a timely and accurate manner
- Replenish picking locations following FIFO and unload inbound trailers
- Work within our fulfillment department for major brand order processing and fulfillment
- Assist customers at our facility for pickups and drop offs
- Help maintain our AA BRC rating, the highest food grade certification available
- Supporting the team with additional tasks as operations require
Minimum Qualifications:
- Availability to work Monday-Friday
- Ability to work with a mix of alcoholic and non-alcoholic products
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs regularly; comfortable on your feet for the duration of a shift (Most cases weigh between 20-25lbs each)
- 2–3 years of warehouse or distribution centre experience
- Valid forklift certification (preferred - Coldhaus is willing to invest)
- Walkie and reach truck certification (preferred - Coldhaus is willing to invest)
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- A safety-first mindset, you follow safe operating habits and look out for your team
- Reliable, punctual, and self-directed when needed
- Solid communication and teamwork skills
- Secondary School education (preferred)
Our Facility:
Our Brampton warehouse spans 150,000 sq ft and is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and organization. The facility operates across mixed temperature zones, the majority of the space is ambient (room temperature), with a dedicated refrigerated section.
Coldhaus Direct is BRC certified and operates as a federally licensed and bonded facility. Our team handles both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage products, and all warehouse staff are expected to understand and comply with the compliance obligations that come with working in a regulated, bonded environment. If you have prior experience in a licensed alcohol warehouse or bonded facility, we want to hear from you.
What Coldhaus Offers:
- A competitive annual salary
- Comprehensive benefits package: Extended Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off
- Steel-toed footwear allowance every two years
- Room to grow; lateral moves and promotions as we expand
- Investment in your future through training, certification support, and professional development
- A clean, well-organized facility and a team that takes pride in its work
Benefits eligibility begins after the completion of your probationary period.
Reason for Job Posting: Growth
Coldhaus Direct is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Subsequently, any offer of employment will be conditional upon a background check, including a criminal record check.
Licence/Certification:
- experience with equipment (Forklift, Walkie, Reach) (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Application question(s):
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
- Are you able to work full-time Monday - Friday?
- Are you comfortable handling Alcoholic products?
Licence/Certification:
- Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
