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Senior Warehouse Person (Edmonton, AB, CA) @ TransAlta

Edmonton, AB, CAOnsiteFull-time
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<p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000f56">Senior Warehouse Person </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000f56"> </span></strong></p> <p style="line-height:12.65pt;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000f56">WHO WE ARE</span></strong></p> <p style="line-height:12.65pt;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#333333">Our Power, Your Possibilities</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 12.0pt;line-height:12.65pt;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#333333">At <strong>TransAlta</strong>, we don’t just generate electricity-we generate opportunity. As one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, we’ve been powering communities for over 100 years across Canada, the U.S., and Australia. Our diverse energy portfolio and passionate team are driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 12.0pt;line-height:12.65pt;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#333333">We believe in the power of purpose, the strength of collaboration, and the value of continuous learning. If you’re ready to make a real impact in a dynamic industry, <strong>you bring the energy, and we’ll provide the platform.</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 12.0pt;line-height:12.65pt;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#333333">For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at,</span><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#32363a"> </span><span style="color:black"><a href="http://www.transalta.com/"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#005272">www.transalta.com</span></a></span><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#32363a">.</span></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000f56">ABOUT THE ROLE</span></strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#333333"> </span></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#32363a">Reporting directly to the Gas Warehouse Manager, the <strong>Senior Warehouse Person</strong> will be responsible for overseeing various aspects of the afternoon requirements in the day-to-day transactional operations of the warehouses. This includes issuing, receiving and shipping materials, physical inventory counts; processing of returned materials and managing Kitting and Staging.</span></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#32363a">This role will appeal to someone who takes pride in attention to detail, is proactive in nature, initiates projects to cleanup backlog and/or improve processes, practices, housekeeping and safety.</span></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#32363a">This is a <strong>safety-sensitive</strong> position based out of our <strong>Keephills Thermal Plant, located 70 kilometres west of Edmonton, Alberta</strong>.</span></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><em><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#32363a">This is a UUWA position covered by the terms of the collective agreement.</span></em></strong></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000f56">A DAY IN THE LIFE</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Ensuring alignment to all SCM /SOX processes with day-to-day management of the Warehouse activities</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Coordination of resources and ensuring timely materials or equipment deliveries to designated staging areas.</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Coordination of logistics with Procurement, Plant Management and Corporate Customs and Logistics Specialist - Coordination of transportation when materials are required to be moved on or off-site, or sent out for repair.</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Leading the drive to improve inventory integrity – Ensuring the Cycle Count Process is completed on a daily basis, as well as associated Gap analysis and any inventory reconciliation.</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">A contact for emergencies within the plant, be aware of any emergent deliveries or requirements working with plant management</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Responsible to attend or delegate as necessary, required meetings relative to planning, scheduling, Work Management (Kitting &amp; Staging, Outages)</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Lead the repairable process. Ability to create or delegate the creation of all applicable documentation including Requisitions for Procurement, daily loading and off-loading</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Take a lead role in staff and safety (daily) meetings, communicate and drive continuous improvement initiatives.</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Coordinate material requirement to support Production schedules.</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Issuing of parts to the Sundance Plant within required time frames</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Ship and receive materials in inventory</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Ensure accurate inventory levels and availability, following approved inventory Processes and Procedures.</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Conducts daily inventory cycle counts precisely to ensure accuracy of inventory records.</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Manage the reservations process to supply and deliver required materials to appropriate locations in a timely fashion through SAP Identification of materials and Materials Management</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Lead and ensure daily housekeeping activities are completed in all warehouse buildings and exterior storage areas of accountability. Housekeeping standards are expected to be maintained at the highest level, ensuring a high degree of organization and compliance with safety standards</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Take a leading role in initiating and implementing new processes and procedures(i.e. Work Management)</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Stay current in Supply Chain Management industry Best Practices</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Lead special projects as directed by the warehouse supervisor</span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000f56">ABOUT YOU</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Minimum Grade 12 education</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Specialized academic training or equivalent is preferred (e.g. PMAC, Journeyman Warehouse Certification)</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Ability to work safely within a team environment</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Familiarity with Generation business and required materials used in the operation</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as relationship building skills</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Ability to work independently and as an integral part of a team</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Highly motivated, self-driven, ability to work without direction</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to multi-task</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Office, and high level working knowledge of Excel preferred.</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Knowledge in SAP preferred</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Firm knowledge of current warehousing practices</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Demonstrated ability to adhere to TransAlta&apos;s safety standards</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Skilled in operating a variety of materials and handling equipment</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Machine/Equipment Operation</span> <ul> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">12,000lb Sellick Forklift</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">10,000lb Forklift</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">5,000lb Forklift</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">3,000lb Raymond Stand-up Forklift</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Rapistak Overhead Crane</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Rhino UTV</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Knowledge and use of material management programs (including functional knowledge of SAP system).</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Responsible for unit pairs as a materials coordinator where required (manage material issues specific to your assigned area.</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Must be TDG Certified (requires successful completion of on-line training)</span></li> <li style="color:#333333;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif">Manage pipe/pressure parts using mandated IMS Receiving Procedures as it relates to ABSA regulations.</span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height:12.65pt;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="line-height:12.65pt;background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000f56">OUR CULTURE</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#32363a">At TransAlta, we’re driven by a Culture of Results, Learning, and Purpose. We prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and belonging - creating a space where everyone can thrive. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and progress, and we’re committed to building a workplace where you can be your authentic self.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000f56">Ready to Power Up With Us?</span></strong><strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#32363a"> </span></strong><em><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#32363a">Excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.</span></em></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#000f56">WHAT TO EXPECT</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#32363a">The successful candidate may be required to complete background checks appropriate to the role and may include criminal record, education and employment verification or credit checks. ‘Safety sensitive positions will be required to complete pre-employment testing. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 10.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Verdana, sans-serif;color:#32363a">Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those progressing will be contacted.</span></p>

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