Warehouse Associate

gfs· Gordon Food Service Canada Ltd.
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📍 Amherst, Nova ScotiaFull time💰 USD 22+
Full timeGordon Food Service Canada Ltd.

About this role

Welcome to Gordon Food Service!  We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share.  Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...

Job Description

Whether you are looking for a way to start your career in warehousing, or you are looking for a rewarding job with benefits that enable you to provide for your family, consider working for Gordon Food Service!

What we offer:

  • Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 4pm start time 

  • 4 day work week (rotating day off)

  • Starting Pay: $21.90/hour

  • Ongoing performance incentives

  • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug & EFAP benefits after 30 days of employment

  • FULL flex benefits program and company matching RRSP

  • Paid training and orientation period

  • Family culture, career development opportunities

  • Profit Sharing

  • ​125 year family owned and operated company history

Skills, Knowledge and Ability Required:

  • Must be physically fit and able to safely and repeatedly lift, stack, pull and carry heavy items (from 10 to 80 lbs.)

  • A focus on health and safety

  • Must demonstrate a proven record of consistent on-time attendance.

  • Previous warehouse experience is preferred.

Responsibilities Include: 

  • Lift and load food service products (from 10 to 80lbs) onto pallets, and prepare pallets for shipping to a customer location

  • Accurately scanning and selecting products using a computerized inventory system.

  • Safe operation of power equipment including electric pallet jacks.

  • Working in a variety of temperature zones including a freezer (-20 degrees Celsius), cooler and dry goods areas. All warehouse employees must be prepared to work in all warehouse temperature zones

  • Exposure to and handling of all types of food products including seafood, meats, dairy, produce, spices, beverages and equipment

  • Ensuring compliance with all Health and Safety rules and regulations and Food Safety programs

  • All other duties as required

We're a company with integrity at its core.  We believe in treating each other with respect and working as a team to get things done right.  And because of this collaboration, we've created an atmosphere that's fun, supportive, and alive with energy!

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next step will be contacted.

Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted.   Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people.  All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Warehouse Associate role at gfs?
The listed salary for this Warehouse Associate position at gfs is USD 22+. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Warehouse Associate position at gfs located?
This Warehouse Associate role at gfs is based in Amherst, Nova Scotia. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Warehouse Associate role at gfs full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Warehouse Associate role in the Gordon Food Service Canada Ltd. department at gfs.
Which team or department does the Warehouse Associate at gfs belong to?
This Warehouse Associate position is part of the Gordon Food Service Canada Ltd. department at gfs. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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Warehouse Associate
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