Warehouse Selector at Sysco Edmonton: Your Path to a Rewarding Career

Are you seeking a stable and fulfilling career in a dynamic environment? Sysco Edmonton is looking for dedicated Warehouse Selectors to join our team! As a Warehouse Selector, you will play a vital role in ensuring our customers receive the freshest foods and ideas. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a global leader that connects the world through food and service.

Role Overview

As a Warehouse Selector, you will be responsible for hand-selecting orders within various warehouse environments, operating equipment like pallet jacks and forklifts, and ensuring the safe and efficient handling of products. This position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety. You will be working in different temperature zones, including dry, cooler, and freezer areas, so adaptability is key.

A Day in the Life of a Warehouse Selector

Here’s a glimpse into your daily routine:

• Order Selection: Using the Sysco Order Selection (SOS) unit, you'll scan and create labels, ensuring they are correctly placed on products.
• Product Handling: You'll stack products on pallets following proper procedures, with a focus on safety and stability.
• Equipment Operation: Operating an electric pallet jack or forklift to transport products is a crucial part of the job.
• Staging and Loading: You'll stage pallets for loading at the proper dock locations and shrink-wrap products on the loading dock.
• Safety and Maintenance: Maintaining and safely operating all assigned equipment, and completing pre- and post-trip inspections are essential.
• Adherence to Standards: Following all sanitation requirements and company policies is a must.

Why Sysco Edmonton?

Sysco Edmonton offers a supportive and inclusive work environment. Located in a vibrant city with a growing economy, Edmonton provides a high quality of life. The area offers a range of recreational activities, cultural attractions, and affordable housing options. Working at Sysco Edmonton means being part of a team that values diversity, growth, and community involvement.

Career Path

Sysco is committed to the growth and development of its employees. As a Warehouse Selector, you'll have opportunities to advance within the company. Potential career paths include:

• Lead Selector: Oversee and train other selectors, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Warehouse Supervisor: Manage warehouse operations, including inventory control and team coordination.
• Logistics Coordinator: Coordinate the movement of goods within the supply chain.
• Management Roles: Opportunities to move into various management positions within the company.

Salary & Benefits

Sysco offers a competitive compensation package that includes:

• Starting Wage: $27.71 per hour.
• Progressive Wage Increases: Wage increases after 2, 3, and 4 years of service, rewarding your dedication.
• Night Shift Premium: Additional compensation for those working night shifts.
• Performance-Based Incentives/Bonuses: Eligibility for bonuses based on performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance to protect your well-being.
• Retirement Savings: A retirement savings plan with a company match to help you secure your future.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation and sick leave to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Employee Assistance Program: Resources and support for personal and professional challenges.
• Employee Discounts: Discounts on Sysco products.

The estimated annual salary for a Warehouse Selector at Sysco Edmonton ranges from $45,000 to $65,000 CAD, depending on experience and performance.

Sysco Culture

Sysco is more than just a place to work; it's a community. Our passion for food and service has made us an industry leader. We value diversity, inclusion, and social responsibility. As one of Canada’s Best Employers 2022, we are dedicated to creating a positive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.

How to Apply

Ready to join the Sysco Edmonton team? Applying is easy:

1. Click on the “Apply Now” button.
2. Complete the online application form.
3. Attach your resume and cover letter (optional).
4. Submit your application.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What are the physical requirements for this role?

   The role requires frequent lifting of products weighing 1–75 pounds and up to 88 pounds, as well as regular reaching, bending, and twisting. You should be comfortable operating a pallet jack and/or forklift.

2. What kind of warehouse environments will I be working in?

   You will be working in various warehouse environments with fluctuating temperatures, including dry, cooler, and freezer areas.

3. Is warehouse experience required?

   Warehouse experience is an asset, but not required. We provide training for those who are new to the industry.

4. What are the typical hours of work?

   You will work 4 days per week, typically in 10-hour shifts, with start times of 3:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m.

5. What is the compensation structure?

   The starting wage is $27.71 per hour, with wage increases after 2, 3, and 4 years of service. Night shift premiums and performance-based incentives/bonuses are also available.

6. What kind of benefits does Sysco offer?

   Sysco offers comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, a retirement savings plan with a company match, and more.

7. What opportunities are there for career advancement?

   Sysco is committed to the growth and development of its employees. There are opportunities to advance into roles such as Lead Selector, Warehouse Supervisor, Logistics Coordinator, and various management positions.

8. Is Sysco committed to Employment Equity?

   Yes, Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

9. What kind of training is provided?

   Sysco provides comprehensive training on equipment operation, safety procedures, and company policies.

10. How does Sysco support its employees?

    Sysco offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development, an employee assistance program, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.