Why Gambles?

At Gambles, produce is everything. Our business provides the widest assortment of top-quality fruits and vegetables for the wholesale, foodservice, and retail sectors. With a his-tory dating back to the early 1900s, Gambles has grown and evolved into one of the largest produce wholesalers in all of Canada. We operate out of three locations across the country: two in Toronto and one in Calgary. We also have a satellite office in Philadelphia that manages our U.S. sales operations. Our goal is to be the supplier of choice for all our customers’ needs.

Our people are the backbone of our business! We have a “hire-from-within” mentality at Gambles, which means we put extra focus on developing our people and giving them unique career advancement opportunities. Just like our products and our customer base, we love to see our people grow!

We offer a competitive benefits package with employer covered health and dental benefits (you don’t pay the premiums!) and a company matched Pension Plan for our full-time employees.

Job Description

The Warehouse Order Selector will report directly to the Operations Supervisor and General Manager of Operations.

This position will play an integral role in ensuring our customers receive their correct orders in a timely manner. This role will have an anticipated schedule of 32-40 hours per week. This is subject to change depending on the needs of the business.

Responsibilities

• Select orders with a low lift pallet truck (You will be trained to operate safely)
• Build pallets that include sensitive products for shipping long distances
• Transport pallets of produce to the staging lanes
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety and security

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications:

• Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs
• Ability to stand continuously for long periods of time (up to 8 hrs)
• Ability to reach above shoulder level
• Able to encounter food allergens
• Must be able to work within a cold environment for extended periods of time
• Must always wear CSA approved Safety Shoes
• Ability to perform basic math functions
• Carry out detailed instructions with high attention to detail
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Low Lift or Forklift experience an asset
• High School diploma or GED
• Previous warehouse experience is preferred

Personal Attributes:

• Accurately gathering products and items to fulfill an order for an internal or external customer
• Complete all necessary paperwork accurately within the required timeframe
• Cleaning and tidying as required to maintain a safe work environment
• Assist with inventory cycle counts to ensure proper inventory numbers
• Loading and unloading of inventory, stock, and supplies as required
• Putting away incoming inventory into specified areas
• Take part in company initiatives and meetings

Gambles Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer situated in a heritage building at 165 The Queensway and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process.