Warehouse Associate (Ontario)

About Vitacore:Vitacore was founded in 2020 with a mission to strengthen Canada's domestic manufacturing capabilities during a critical time of need. But our vision has always been bigger than any single challenge. We believe innovation happens when talented people are empowered to think differently. Today, we are a multidisciplinary innovation company focused on developing technologies that improve lives and create a more sustainable future. Our work spans advanced manufacturing, environmental sustainability, life sciences, and deep-tech innovation, where we are transforming bold ideas into real-world solutions with global impact. Joining Vitacore means becoming part of a team that moves quickly, embraces challenges, and is passionate about solving meaningful problems. If you're looking for an opportunity to do impactful work, collaborate with exceptional people, and help build the future, we would love to hear from you.
About the Role:Vitacore is seeking a dependable and hardworking Warehouse Associate to join our growing team. This hands-on role involves receiving shipments, sorting batteries and recyclable materials, preparing pallets for shipment, and maintaining accurate inventory and receiving records. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, physically capable, and able to quickly identify and separate different commodities, materials, colours, shapes, and sizes in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Responsibilities include:

• Receive, inspect, unload, and process inbound shipments and materials.
• Accurately sort, identify, and segregate a wide variety of batteries, commodities, and recyclable materials according to established procedures.
• Quickly identify between different colours, shapes, sizes, and material classifications to ensure proper sorting and handling.
• Prepare, label, stack, and shrink-wrap pallets for storage.
• Verify incoming shipment weights, quantities, and documentation.
• Complete receiving reports and maintain accurate records.
• Move materials safely using pallet jacks, wheelbarrow dollies, and other equipment.
• Maintain organized inventory and storage areas.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and efficient.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous warehouse, recycling, manufacturing, or material handling experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to quickly distinguish between different materials, colours, shapes and sizes.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical work throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to repeatedly lift and move materials weighing up to 70lbs.
• Comfortable performing repetitive sorting tasks while maintaining accuracy.
• Experience with pallet jacks and general material handling equipment is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation:

• $25 per hour.
• Health & Dental benefits.
• 2 weeks paid vacation.
• Tuition Assistance Program.