Shipper - Jobs in Kelowna, BC

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**If you are hired, we are offering a $500 signing bonus that is payable at the successful completion of your probationary period.**If you’re looking for an awesome entry-level Shipping role with an established and supportive company that values and invests in their people – you’re in the right place! As a Shipper at AEM, you have the opportunity to work in a fun and fast-paced environment, gain excellent hands-on experience while developing your career, and learn about the interesting world of avionics! We currently have an exciting opening foran enthusiastic, full-time, permanent Shipper on our team! If you’re ready for your career to take flight in a diverse and dynamic environment, keep reading!Who Are WeWe’re AEM and we’re beyond excited to meet you. AEM is comprised of a small, but mighty group of people that is passionate about aviation, exceptional customer service, and driving the future of avionics forward. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for extraordinary team players (like you!) to join our self-proclaimed quirky and fun team! We’re committed to providing an incredible employee experience with generous benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and incredible career advancement opportunities. Not to mention, our ridiculously popular and delicious tradition of providing donuts every Friday!AEM is a leading global provider of specialty aviation solutions. We design, develop and manufacture aircraft communication systems, loudspeaker systems, caution/warning panels and illuminated panel products for rotary and fixed-wing aircraft. We are known for ‘Leading By Design’ and are continuously recognized for our ability to delight our customers. At AEM, we live and breathe avionics. We are not content with simply staying ahead of the curve – rather, AEM is the company that creates the curve. From our sunny corporate office in Kelowna, BC, we offer our products to a global marketplace.Join a Workplace That Gives You MoreIf you join us, you’ll get to work in a brand-new, custom built manufacturing facility in downtown Kelowna! You can walk to coffee shops & restaurants or take a hike up Knox Mountain…all from our front door!We offer a competitive compensation package along with unique and fun benefits & perks, such as:

• $18.50/hour starting wage

• New employees start with 3 weeks’ vacation and earn an additional day per year to a maximum of 5 weeks (pro-rated in your first year)

• Extra paid days off in addition to annual vacation per year after 3-month probationary period

• A comprehensive benefits package (extended health, vision, dental, health care spending account, disability insurance, life insurance, wellness account) after 3-month probationary period

• 8 paid sick days per year

• Profit sharing (paid quarterly) after 1 year of employment.

• Pension plan with a 2:1 match (up to 5%) after 1 year of employment

• Extensive job training.

• Flexible start times & shifts that suit your schedule.

• A whole lot more!

What Makes AEM Different Working at AEM is far from status quo. We are a forward-thinking company that believes in rewarding our staff and putting our people first. We are proud of our culture, and we continuously nurture it to ensure our team feels valued every single day. Additionally, working and living in the beautiful Okanagan offers an exceptional opportunity for work-life balance, a comfortable pace of life and a wide range of after-work activities.Role OverviewThe Shipper I position is responsible for shipping and recording the movement of products, supplies, and other materials in the AEM warehouse to and from other establishments. The Shipper I role involves determining methods of shipments and arranging shipping for various AEM products and parts. Additionally, this position entails loading, unloading, transporting, and storing goods.What You’ll Be Doing

• Receives, packages and stocks Finished Goods
• Prepares all required shipping documents
• Uses Fed Ex and UPS Shipping Programs
• Uses On-Line Shipping Programs from Other Carriers
• Packages all shipments ensuring damage will not occur in transit
• Organizes and maintains shipping records
• Maintains inventories of boxes and packaging materials
• Inventory Control as required
• Dangerous Goods handling, as required.
• Health and safety responsibilities for the department, as required
• Performs all duties per the applicable Quality Program Procedure
• Completes all other duties as required, including but not limited to assisting with Stores duties

What You’ll Bring

• High school education or equivalent is required.
• Ability to do some heavy lifting (< 50lbs) is required.
• Ability to maintain accuracy in a busy environment.
• Ability to work with no supervision and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Forklift experience is an asset.
• Export Compliance Awareness is an asset.

If you are unsure if the qualifications listed above match yours but the idea of working at AEM is resonating with you, we would still love to hear from you! A Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Team Is the Key to Our Organization’s SuccessWe actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities; persons who identify as women; and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.Controlled Goods RequirementPlease note that AEM is a proud holder of the Controlled Goods designation. This program allows AEM to work directly with Controlled Goods, which are defined as “components and technical data that have military or national security significance, which are controlled domestically by the Government of Canada and defined in the Defence Production Act” (Government of Canada).As a Controlled Goods organization, all AEM employees must be eligible for controlled goods designation status. Thus, submission to the following checks is a condition of employment: Background Check, Criminal Record Check, Character References. A credit check may be required in some cases.Learn More About AEM!To learn more about working with AEM and to apply to this exciting opportunity, visit: https://www.aem-corp.com/about-us/careers.We appreciate all applicants and will only contact those who have been short-listed to participate in the recruitment process.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentSalary: $18.50-$22.00 per hourBenefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

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