Freight Associate
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Home Depot Canada

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Freight Associate Role Overview

Why Join The Home Depot Canada Family?

• Profit Sharing Bonuses
• Discounted Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Training & Career Development
• Health & Dental Benefits
• Retirement Savings Plan & Paid Vacation
• Career Growth Opportunities
• 10% Shift Premium – Overnight Roles

About the Role:

Freight associates ensure the store is stocked and ready for business every day. They load and unload trucks, move material from the receiving area throughout the store, and may operate forklifts. Overnight Freight team associates are responsible for stocking products and organizing the sales floor to create a pleasant and safe shopping environment.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Verifying inventory, reading reports utilizing computer terminals and Home Depot portable phones
• Stocking merchandise onto shelves to achieve 100% in stock
• Maintaining aisle cleanliness
• Obtaining pick lists and gathering merchandise throughout the store to fill customer orders
• Communicating with other overnight team members to ensure all products are stocked accurately
• Moving freight safely from designated staging areas to overheads using the appropriate equipment as necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work evenings and overnights
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs repetitively
• Lift equipment experience would be an asset (Forklift, Reach-truck, Order-picker, etc.)
• Excellent decision-making ability and problem-solving skills
• Detailed-oriented, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivated to drive completion of tasks as quickly and accurately as possible
• Computer skills considered an asset but not required (training provided)
• Candidates should be comfortable lifting merchandise to help the store achieve 100% in stock

Frequently Asked Questions:

• What is a Freight associate’s job?
  Freight Team Associates load and unload trucks, move material from the receiving area throughout the store, and may operate forklifts.
• Does the role require heavy lifting?
  Most of the job can be done with forklifts and other equipment, but Freight associates will also lift products manually.
• How much interaction does a Freight associate have with customers?
  While most of the work is done away from customers, Freight associates may occasionally assist customers in the aisles.
• Is the work schedule consistent?
  Yes, Freight associates have consistent schedules that allow for planning time and activities outside of work.
• Are there overnight shifts?
  Yes, Freight associates typically work overnight to ensure shelves are properly stocked for the following day.
• Does the role require operating heavy machinery?
  Yes, Freight associates may operate forklifts, conveyor belts, and other equipment to move product safely.