Shipper/Receiver

Position Summary

PermaCorp is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Shipper/Receiver to support our Edmonton manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for the efficient coordination of incoming and outgoing materials, maintaining organized inventory and pallet storage, and ensuring materials are accurately received, staged, and prepared to support production and delivery needs.

The ideal candidate is safety-conscious, organized, physically capable, and takes pride in maintaining a clean and efficient shipping and receiving area within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Shipping & Receiving

• Receive incoming shipments and verify materials against packing slips, purchase orders, and delivery documentation
• Inspect incoming goods for accuracy, damage, or shortages and report discrepancies promptly
• Prepare outgoing shipments, including packaging, labeling, and staging materials for internal transfers, customer deliveries, or external carriers
• Coordinate with production, purchasing, and operations teams to ensure materials are available and moved efficiently
• Load and unload materials, products, and supplies safely using appropriate equipment
• Maintain accurate shipping and receiving records, documentation, and logs

Inventory & Material Control

• Assist with inventory organization, stock counts, and material tracking within the facility
• Ensure raw materials, finished goods, and consumables are stored in designated locations
• Support cycle counts and help identify inventory discrepancies or shortages
• Move and stage materials as needed to support fabrication, finishing, or shipping priorities
• Monitor pallet quantities, storage conditions, and material flow to maintain efficient operations

Facility & Pallet Organization

• Maintain organized pallet storage areas, including sorting, stacking, and disposal or reuse of damaged/unusable pallets
• Keep shipping, receiving, and staging areas clean, orderly, and free of hazards
• Support general warehouse and yard organization to improve workflow and accessibility
• Ensure material storage aligns with safety expectations and operational best practices

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company safety procedures, including safe lifting, equipment use, and material handling practices
• Wear required PPE and maintain a strong focus on housekeeping and hazard prevention
• Report unsafe conditions, damaged materials, or equipment concerns promptly
• Support compliance with company policies, inventory controls, and operational procedures

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a shipping/receiving, warehouse, or manufacturing support role preferred
• Forklift certification and/or experience operating material handling equipment is required
• Experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial environment considered a strong asset
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle materials in a physically active role
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with paperwork, inventory, and shipment verification
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced production setting
• Basic computer skills for tracking shipments, inventory, or internal systems preferred
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with production and operations teams
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic required

Working Conditions

• Work is based in a manufacturing facility and may include warehouse, shop floor, and outdoor yard support
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and moving materials throughout the shift
• Exposure to production noise, dust, and changing temperatures depending on work area
• Use of forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment frequently required