Who we are
Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, Hanes®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, ALLPRO™, GOLDTOE®, Peds®, Bali®, Playtex®, Maidenform®, Bonds®, as well as Champion® which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada.
Gildan owns and operates vertically integrated, large-scale manufacturing facilities which are primarily located in Central America, the Caribbean, North America, and Asia. Gildan operates with a strong commitment to industry-leading labour, environmental and governance practices throughout its supply chain in accordance with its comprehensive ESG program embedded in Gildan's long-term business strategy. Together with our global team of dedicated employees, Gildan is united in its vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised at gildancorp.com.
Position Overview (Briefly describe primary purpose of position. No more than 2-3 sentences.)
The primary function of this position is to identify, verify, determine status and prioritize orders, obtain, scan, wrap, and transport cases of product to the shipping belt or the appropriate loading dock.
Essential Functions
- Review and perform quality tests on RF Scanner and other equipment related to completing tasks
- Check work orders in effort to identify, verify, and determine status of orders in an effort to prioritize work load
- Obtain full orders and/or cases and garments to fill incomplete orders
- Stage cases, scan case information into the database, seal cases with tape dispenser, shrink wrap full pallets when needed
- Transport cases to the loading dock or shipping belt by hand, with a hand cart or other PIT (if prior PIT certification has completed by the Safety department) as required
- Load orders onto trailers as needed
- Enter the appropriate data and product information in to the system and complete required paperwork
- Communication with the staging desk to acquire batch orders and ensure correct labels
- Utilization of Pick to light equipment and software to complete batch request for customers
- Navigation of the picking department as needed to determine the correct location for products to be replenished
- Read and scan SKU’s of the appropriate items as directed
- Correctly identify flow rack and product location needed to select product as requested by customer batch orders
- Remove empty cartons from flow racks, pull down full cartons, verify SKU’s, location and garments and rubber band box flaps
- Cases seal cartons and place on shipping conveyor in the designated location
- Secure all assigned equipment daily
- Fill out all daily documentation associated with the picking process
- Perform additional job duties as assigned by your supervisor/manager
Set-Up for Daily Operations
- At the beginning of the shift, the employee will review the work instructions and schedule with the supervisor. The employee will obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations. The employee will put on all of the required PPE and safety gear.
Job Specific Task Factors
ROM
Standing 20% 8 Hours
Walking 70% 8 Hours
Sitting 10% 8 Hours
Reach, pinch, grasp, turn twist, drive 75-90% 8 Hours
Read, Twist back, bend, turn head 50-75% 8 Hours
Data Entry, Crouch, stoop, reach, lift < 20% 8 Hours
Reach Up to 18”
Work area height 6 in. to 66 in
Normal Wt Max Wt Distance
Lifting < 5 lbs. 25 lbs 2-10 ft Cases/pallets/supplies
Carrying < 5 lbs. 25 lbs 2-10 ft Cases/pallets/supplies
Push/Pull (object wt) 5-30 lbs lb 30lbs 3-500 ft Case/pallet of cases w/jack/truck controls
Break cycle (2) 20 minute
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Must read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations
Must be able to process basic math computations
Must be able to learn to use the equipment required to complete picking tasks
Must be able to perform all functions of the job safely
Must complete company new hire and safety orientation
What’s in it for you?
- Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
- Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
- From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
- Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
- Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages
We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Find your fit with us
We are committed to ensuring that everyone, across every background and identity, feels respected, supported, and able to thrive. Come as you are and #FindYourFit at Gildan. Tailor the future of your own career.
