Position: Warehouse / Bulk Plant Operator
Location: Edmonton, Alberta Status: Permanent, full time (1) - Participation in scheduled weekend shifts may be required based on operational needs.
Are you looking for a full-time position with a team that offers training, stability and support? Do you like fast-paced, dynamic environments?
We are currently looking for a motivated, autonomous and a team-oriented individual to join our operations team in Edmonton, Alberta as a Warehouse / Bulk Plant Operator!
As a Warehouse / Bulk Plant Operator in our Edmonton facility, you will be responsible for receiving and shipping various commodities into and out of our warehouse for Energy and Industrial customers. Additionally, you will also receive chemicals, including dangerous goods, from railcars and will transfer bulk chemicals to customers by loading bulk trucks. You will learn about Health, Safety and Environment and Responsible Distribution.
You will be awaited by dynamic colleagues who are eager to share their knowledge with you. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where we will provide you with the necessary training for you to succeed in your job!
Quadra is a privately held, family-owned company recognized in Canada and the United States. Our team of over 500+ employees have named us as one of the Great Place to Work ® in Canada. We put our people first and that is the the guiding principle for our continued success in our industry.
Some of the responsibilities of the Warehouse / Bulk Plant Operator include:
Operate bulk handling equipment, including pumps, hoses, pipes, valves, load arms, gangways, Reverse Osmosis skid, compressors, heat tracing systems and glycol heating systems
Bulk liquid Railcar unloading, including dangerous goods
Assist and/or lead the management of railcar siding activity, calling cars into facility and releasing
Loading liquid chemicals into bulk trucks, including dangerous goods
Blending of bulk liquid chemicals, including dangerous goods, transferring either to bulk trucks or packaging.
Daily monitoring and reporting of bulk liquid inventories
Receiving, storage, shipping of general warehouse items as defined by our policies, procedures and processes
Manage occasional contractors working on site by providing documented work permits, which include field level hazard assessments, mitigating actions and special considerations.
Assists with safety programs (TDG, WHMIS, ISO, Responsible Distribution, Lockout Tagout, etc.)
Assist with general up-keep of building and basic maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment
Participation in related training as required
Lead and/or assist in Heating Plant boiler operation and maintenance as required
Operate forklift truck with proper certification
Processing paperwork (i.e. warehouse release, bill of lading, certificates of analysis and cover sheet)
Review daily shipment edit list to ensure orders are being handled to meet customer needs and expectations
Help with quarterly physical inventory counts, ensuring accurate inventory (quantity/lots/locations)
Printing warehouse release requests, bill of ladings, certificates of analysis
Regular communication with Logistics, Customer Service and Procurement functions to ensure we are meeting customer and operational requirements
What are the requirements and skills needed for this role?
Experience in warehouse or manufacturing, specifically chemicals (would be an asset)
5th Class Power Engineering preferred; candidates willing to obtain certification will also be considered
Completed high-school diploma or completed equivalencies
Good general physical condition; ability to lift and work outside in extreme heat of summer and extreme cold of winter
Team spirit, motivation and ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and solve different issues
Good problem-solving and mechanical skills
You MUST be able to wear full face respirator PPE…