Shipping Associate

Position Overview

The Shipping Associate supports daily warehouse distribution operations by preparing, processing, and dispatching customer orders accurately and on schedule. This hands-on role works across shipping and receiving, order fulfillment, packaging, and inventory handling.

About Van Gogh Designs

At Van Gogh Designs, we manufacture high-quality, trend-forward furniture that merges aesthetic excellence with functional craftsmanship. Every piece we ship represents our brand, and our Shipping & Receiving team is the last step in making sure it arrives in perfect condition.

Key Responsibilities

Packing & Preparation

• Check production tags and shipping labels on every piece, and confirm all components of a set are together and have passed QC before packaging.
• Report tag discrepancies, missing components, or quality concerns to the Shipping Manager before anything is packed.

Loading & Dispatch

• Stage outgoing orders in the correct sequence for loading and carrier schedules.
• Load trucks and containers safely, and verify each load against shipping documents and order sheets.
• Operate material-handling equipment where trained and authorized.
• Coordinate with carriers and drivers on pickups and dispatch timing.

Records & Housekeeping

• Maintain accurate shipping records (local and outside BC), packing slips, and labels.
• Report damage, shortages, or overages to the Shipping Manager.
• Keep the shipping area clean, organized, and safe, and follow all health and safety procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Shipping Manager.

Job Assets

• Experience: Experience in shipping, warehouse, or furniture handling is preferred. Entry-level candidates are welcome and training is provided.
• Skills: Attention to detail, ability to read packing slips and order documents, and basic computer skills for shipping records.
• Equipment: Forklift or pallet jack experience is an asset. Training is provided where authorized.
• Physical: Able to stand, bend, and lift for a full shift, and to move heavy or bulky furniture safely with team lifts or equipment.
• Teamwork: Reliable, safety-minded, and comfortable working with Production, QC, and the Shipping Manager.
• Language: Ability to follow instructions and communicate in English.

Pay: $22.00-$26.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Surrey, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Shipping & Receiving: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person