Shipper & Receiver (casual - 12 month term)

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Shipper & Receiver (Casual – 12 month term)

Under direct supervision, the shipper & receiver is responsible for the receipt and shipment of incoming mail, materials, supplies, and products. This position receives goods, verifies items against the record of shipment, and inspects condition. Other responsibilities include gathering, verifying, and packing items for shipment according to specifications and the transportation method used; recording received and shipped items according to established procedures; and unloading, delivering and/or distributing goods to appropriate department promptly. The shipper & receiver liaises with internal and external clients, delivery, and transportation companies to ensure timely in-coming & out-going shipments and deliveries. Other duties as assigned.

Are you our Shipper & Receiver? You would be a good fit for this position if you:
Are a good team contributor
Enjoy working with clients
Have good time management

We are game changers
Alberta Innovates is a provincially funded corporation with a mandate to deliver 21st-century solutions for the most compelling challenges facing Albertans. We do this by building on our province’s research and technology development strengths in the core sectors of health, environment, energy, food and fibre, and platforms such as artificial intelligence, nanotechnology and omics. We are working with our partners to diversify Alberta’s economy, improve our environmental performance and enhance the well-being of Albertans through research and innovation.

Our subsidiary, InnoTech Alberta, offers a diversified range of scientific engineering and technological research and testing capabilities, and the facilities to support technology scale-up. Our multidisciplinary team has the depth of experience to work across all sectors, from energy to health to food and fibre. InnoTech Alberta offers you access to research talent, technical expertise, and unique facilities that can help accelerate technology development that serves both the private and public sector.

Intrigued? Here’s some more information about the position:
The Successful incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to:
Shipping, receiving and delivering materials throughout the building
Providing mail distribution services and warehouse duties
Operating company vehicles for maintenance, cleaning, and positioning
Liaising internal and external clients, delivery and transportation companies to ensure timely in-coming/out-going shipments and deliveries

Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma
Three years of experience in shipping and receiving
Ability to lift boxes up to 50 lbs, on a consistent basis.
Experience in shipping internationally and shipping dangerous goods
Strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to follow direction
Computer proficiency
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Alberta Innovates offers a competitive wage in addition to opportunities for personal and professional achievement. Final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance.

For more information on this exciting opportunity, visit Competition #1135 at http://www.albertainnovates.ca/careers. When applying, please submit your resume in a Microsoft Word compatible format. All interviewees must be able to meet the requirement specified in the Physical Demand Analysis. This document will be supplied during the interview process to the successful candidate. This competition will remain open until a successful candidate is found.

ALBERTA INNOVATES IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS. WE WISH TO THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

Employment Status: Casual
Hours bi-weekly: As needed
Classification: CB
Pay Grade: 03
Hourly Wage: $21.58 – $27.35

Job Type: Casual