Metroland Media is a dynamic Media Company delivering vital business and community information to millions of readers across Ontario each week. With a healthy product offering in-print, online, trade shows and distribution networks, no target is unreachable. We are Ontario's largest and most successful community news and information source, provides local news and multi-media marketing solutions in Canada's heartland.

Metroland's diverse array of on-line products are visited by over 4 million unique visitors each month and print products are in the hands of more than 4.5 million customers a week. We continuously bringing new and acquired online products to market in order to provide our customers with a one-stop, comprehensive marketing solution. To connect with us, visit www.metroland.com

Metroland Media's Gordon Baker location, is currently providing an opportunity for a part-time position as a Shipper/Receiver. Reporting to the warehouse Supervisor, this position will be responsible for loading and unloading products.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Picking skids off racks and delivering them to the production staging area
• Inventory control of finished (skidded) products
• Maintain consistent workflow by ensuring product is prepped for shipping area in a safe, timely manner
• Ensure distribution products are labeled
• Responsible for assisting supervision in loading and staging area, as required
• Ensure a safe working environment in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Company Health and Safety policies
• Other duties as assigned by the Distribution Centre management team

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1-2 years previous experience working in a distribution/warehouse operation an asset
• Forklift equipment certificate or experience is required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates ability to build and maintain positive relationships with team members and management
• Results-driven
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Health and Safety knowledge and experience preferred

COMPENSATION

• $17-20 Based on experience

Diversity & Inclusion
Torstar is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Torstar is committed to ensuring employment opportunity to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status or disability or any other factor protected by law.

AODA
Torstar is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Ontario Human Rights Code we will endeavour to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling the interview of your requirements.

COVID-19
Torstar remains committed to its employees and to providing a safe workplace.  As of December 31, 2021, candidates for employment are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and successful candidates must agree to obtain any additional vaccinations or booster dose(s) that may be required. Proof of such vaccination will be required. We will make accommodation for qualifying medical or religious exemptions.