Warehouse Support Representative I U.S.

Working at Purolator International is more than a job. It's an opportunity to be part of a winning team and to contribute to the success of our growing company. Purolator International is a leading U.S. based supply chain logistics solutions provider specializing in the air and ground forwarding of express, freight and parcel shipments, customs brokerage, and fulfillment and delivery services to, from and within North America. We are a subsidiary of Purolator Inc., Canada’s largest leading integrated freight, package, and logistics solutions provider. You can learn more about us on YouTube and LinkedIn . 

When we say we’re the best, we’re not just tooting our own horn. We’re incredibly proud of the many awards we’ve won for shipping to, from, and within Canada.

Purolator International provides a “Best in Class” Total Rewards package to employees and their families.

• Medical & Prescription Drugs (80%+ premium paid by Employer)
• Employer Funded Health Savings Account (H.S.A)
• Dental and Vision plans
• Employer funded Short/Long Term Disability & Life Insurance 
• Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness Plans 
• Retirement Plan Employer Contribution (50% Match up to 8% of Your Eligible Salary)
• Annual Bonus Incentive Plan
• Paid Time Off Including: 10 Vacation Days, 7 Sick Days, 4 Personal Days
• Paid Holidays
• 100% Paid Extended Parental/Maternity Leave Program
• 100% subsidized pay Military/Reserves Leave Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Program
• Identify Theft Protection Discount Program
• Pet Insurance Discount Program

We also offer social responsibility initiatives covering a wide range of business aspects and employee relationships such as supporting local communities, educating, and empowering workers, promoting gender equality and minorities, reducing our footprint, etc.

Description

The Full Time Warehouse Support Representative position supports daily warehouse operations at our Columbus, OH facility. The main job is to process incoming packages and freight and prepare it for outbound shipment to Canada.

• Package handling
• Preparing and wrapping pallets
• Shipment paperwork
• Managing emails and performing data entry tasks · Submitting customs documentation for cross border customs clearances

What to Expect

• Work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment— be prepared for varying temperatures.
• Physical tasks include lifting, moving, and organizing freight, but the pace is not continuous; there are frequent breaks between truck loads during the shift
• Training will cover dock loading procedures, safety protocols, and system workflows.
• Expect a mix of hands-on labor and computer-based tasks, including email communication and Excel reporting.

Although the primary role is helping the warehouse operation to ensure freight is processed appropriately, a problem-solving mindset is required. This position will also handle data entry into our computer system, so good computer skills and some data entry experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Daily Job Duties: Receiving, weighing, measuring, scanning, labeling, and shipping while adhering to all safety, security, and customs regulations.

• Load and unload packages from processing stations / trailers
• Affixing labels or placards to the packages / pallets
• Scanning boxes from inbound staging area
• Preparation of bill of ladings
• Data entry shipment details
• Cross train in other warehouse positions as needed
• Complete health & safety compliance trainings as required

Experience & Education

• This is a  physical, fast-paced position that can involve continual lifting, lowering, and sliding packages that typically weigh 25-35 lbs. and may weigh up to 70 lbs.
• Must have data entry experience and able to process shipments into computer system
• Email platform and Microsoft Office experience (Outlook, Excel)
• Flexibility for occasional shift change during peak season
• Forklift experience is an asset
• Must be able to work in varying temperature conditions during the seasons

Preferred, Not Required:

• High School Degree or GED preferred

Purolator International values diverse perspective and life experiences. Purolator International encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, people who identify as LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Candidates applying will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Purolator International participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program   

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the Company’s lawful preemployment checks, which may include background and reference checks, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.