Warehouse Associate - General Labour

Emeka Prince Okoronkwo

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated and physically capable Warehouse Associate with hands-on experience in general warehouse operations, food handling, and distribution environments across the Greater Toronto Area. Proven ability to consistently meet productivity quotas in fast-paced, high-volume settings while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and food hygiene standards, including OHSA, HACCP, and CFIA requirements. Recognized for reliability, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative team-first attitude that contributes to smooth daily operations. Committed to upholding quality control, proper inventory rotation, and a clean, safe work environment at every stage of the supply chain.

CORE SKILLS

Warehouse Operations & Inventory Management

RF Scanner & WMS Systems

Order Picking, Packing & Shipping

Physical Stamina & Heavy Lifting (up to 50 lbs)

Forklift & Pallet Jack Operation

Team Collaboration & Communication

Food Handling & Safety Compliance

Health & Safety Regulations (OHSA)

FIFO / FEFO Inventory Rotation

Quality Control & Product Inspection

Receiving & Inspection of Goods

Time Management & Efficiency

WORK EXPERIENCE

Warehouse Associate

ID logistics. — Pickering, ON

March 2024 – Present

pickering ON

Accurately pick, pack, and process an average of 350+ orders per shift using RF scanners and the company WMS, consistently achieving 98% order accuracy.

Operate sit-down counterbalance forklifts and electric pallet jacks to move and stage product throughout a 120,000 sq. ft. distribution facility.

Conduct daily receiving inspections on incoming shipments, verifying quantities, labelling accuracy, and product condition against purchase orders.

Maintain strict FIFO inventory rotation procedures, reducing product expiry write-offs by approximately 15% over six months.

Participate in weekly cycle counts and annual full inventory audits, collaborating with supervisors to resolve stock discrepancies promptly.

Warehouse Team Member

Maple Leaf Distribution Centre — Brampton, ON

July 2022 – February 2024

Brampton, ON

Fulfilled high-volume pick-and-pack assignments in a fast-paced ambient warehouse environment, meeting or exceeding daily quota targets of 400 units per shift.

Supported inbound freight operations by unloading transport trucks, palletizing goods, and applying correct bin location labels using handheld scanners.

Operated manual and powered pallet jacks to replenish pick faces and relocate bulk pallet stock to designated storage areas safely and efficiently.

Followed all OHSA workplace safety protocols, including proper PPE use, safe lifting techniques, and hazard reporting procedures, contributing to zero lost-time injuries during tenure.

Collaborated with a team of 20+ associates to clear backlog during peak periods, demonstrating flexibility by rotating across shipping, receiving, and returns departments as needed.

General Warehouse Worker

CoreLink Supply Solutions — Mississauga, ON

September 2021 – June 2022

Mississauga, ON

Performed order selection and packing for retail and e-commerce clients, ensuring correct SKUs, quantities, and packaging standards were met on every order.

Assisted in loading outbound trailers using proper weight distribution and load-securing practices to minimize transit damage.

Maintained a clean, organized work area at all times, performing end-of-shift housekeeping duties in compliance with facility safety standards.

Trained two new warehouse associates in picking procedures, scanner operation, and safety protocols during onboarding periods.

FOOD HANDLING EXPERIENCE

Food Warehouse Associate

GreenLeaf Food Distributors Inc. — North York, ON

March 2024 – Present

North York, ON

Handled, stored, and distributed perishable and non-perishable food products in a temperature-controlled facility (refrigerated 0–4 C and frozen −18 C zones), maintaining product integrity throughout.

Applied FEFO and FIFO rotation protocols rigorously during daily product replenishment, checking best-before dates and removing any expired or damaged stock immediately.

Complied fully with HACCP food safety plans and CFIA regulations, including proper personal hygiene practices, hand-washing protocols, and appropriate PPE (hairnet, gloves, steel-toed boots, food-grade apron).

Completed thorough sanitation of equipment, shelving, and work surfaces at the start and end of each shift, supporting the facility’s food safety audit readiness.

Cross-referenced incoming food shipments against delivery documentation, flagging and quarantining any product with incorrect labelling, damaged packaging, or temperature abuse indicators.

Production & Packaging Associate

Heritage Fine Foods Processing — Etobicoke, ON

September 2021 – June 2022

Etobicoke, ON

Packaged and labelled food products in a certified food processing facility, ensuring all labels included correct product name, net weight, best-before date, and allergen information per CFIA requirements.

Maintained personal hygiene and sanitation standards at all times within the production zone, including gowning procedures and handwashing compliance at designated stations.

Monitored product temperatures during storage and staging, recording readings on paper logs and flagging deviations to supervisors immediately for corrective action.

Assisted with end-of-day equipment cleaning and area sanitation using approved food-safe cleaning agents, contributing to consistently strong internal food safety inspection scores.

EDUCATION

West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) — Secondary School Diploma

Government Secondary School owerri — Imo State, Nigeria

Graduated: 2019

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) — Online Certificate Program

CCOHS (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety) — Online, Canada

Completed: 2022

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Food Handler Certification (Ontario)

Health & Safety Awareness Training (Ontario)

Forklift Operator Certification (Counterbalance & Reach)

First Aid & CPR — Level C (St. John Ambulance)

WHMIS 2015

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