Yard Shipper/Receiver

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Location :

Oyen

Department :

Agriculture Retail

Employment type :

Full-Time

Posting number :

HR22-337

Date posted :

Nov. 14, 2022

Closing date :

Dec. 05, 2022

Yard Shipper/Receiver

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, the Yard Shipper/Receiver is responsible to efficiently, effectively and accurately receive products into the store; place in appropriate storage locations; and adhere to all UFA customer service standards. This includes ensuring that member / customers are promptly and efficiently served; inventory is received, shipped and handled in an accurate and safe manner, and equipment is maintained. 

Key Accountabilities:

  • Participate in all aspects of the yard services functions.
  • Perform maintenance on inventory or cycle counts, as directed.
  • Operate all materials handling equipment. Assist in forklift and equipment maintenance.
  • Load and unload trucks while following all UFA safety standards.
  • Maintain yard and store appearance following merchandising and inventory standards.
  • Make deliveries when required.

Required Qualifications:

  • Grade 12 diploma with 0 - 2 years of related experience. On the job training will be provided.
  • Warehouse/Yard and forklift experience would be an asset. In-hour forklift certification provided.
  • Capable of physical labour; capable of lifting up to 25 kg.
  • Basic computer proficiency required as may be cross trained on POS system. Previous cash handling experiences an asset.
  • The successful applicant will be required to pass (negative result) a pre-employment drug (includes cannabis) and alcohol test as a condition of employment.

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Application Instructions:

External Applications:  Please send your cover letter and resume to careers@ufa.com and quote the posting number in the subject line.

Internal Applications: Please email your resumes and Complete Form – Application For In-House Position, posting number, and forward to “WORK”.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.


About UFA:

UFA Co-operative Limited is an Alberta-based agricultural co-operative with more than 120,000 member-owners. Founded in 1909, UFA's network comprises more than 111 bulk fuel and Petroleum Cardlock locations, 34 Farm & Ranch Supply stores and a support office located in Calgary. Independent Petroleum agents and more than 950 employees provide products, services and agricultural solutions to farmers, ranchers, members, consumers and commercial customers in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan.

Why work at UFA:

  • Competitive hourly rate and annual incentive program
  • Company paid health and dental benefits
  • Health Care Spending Account
  • Relocation Assistance may be provided
  • Additional transportation may be provided (Fleet Vehicle or Cardlock Gift Cards)
  • Work-life balance/flexible work schedule  
  • Vacation & Stat Holiday pay
  • Team Building & Social Clubs
  • Education reimbursement (learning/training) provided.
  • Personal Spending Account (Health & Fitness)
  • Boot & Clothing Allowance (PPE provided)
  • Employee Fuel and Store discounts


Yard Shipper/Receiver

Current store:

UFA