Part-time Shipper-Receiver

Goose Lane Editions is hiring a part-time shipper-receiver.  This position is ideal for someone who loves books and is interested in a high level of customer service.  

Responsibilities include:

• Packing, shipping and warehouse management.
• Packing and shipping of orders, preparing shipping documents, and methods of shipping and providing appropriate documentation to CSR.
• Tracking incoming shipments and scheduling delivery times.
• Unloading inventory from delivery trucks and placing it in a warehouse or packing room.
• Inspecting and verifying incoming shipments against shipping manifests or other documents, recording shortages and damages, and preparing claims where necessary.
• Unpacking and routing inventory to appropriate storage areas.
• Managing appropriate inventory levels in appropriate locations.
• Maintaining internal record-keeping systems for shipments.
• Maintaining organization and cleanliness of packing room and warehouse location.
• Participating in the periodic inventory counts (annually) or spots checks (periodically).
• Participating in setup, tear down, and in-person sales during occasional book sales events. 

Administration

• Assisting the CSR with data entry for inventory movements at offsite distribution warehouses. 
• Developing a strong understanding of the order entry processes and assuming the order entry, reception, and trouble-shooting responsibilities of the CSR during absences or busy periods. 
• Assisting the CSR and the Financial Administrator with records management (filing and archiving of paper documents). 
• Maintaining the inventory of packing and shipping supplies and communicating with CSR about requirements for replenishment. 

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a knowledge of Microsoft Excel, an aptitude for problem-solving, the ability to pivot under changing circumstances, and a strong eye for accuracy. Candidates should also be able to work independently, have good communication skills, demonstrate initiative, and have an interest in offering exemplary customer service. 

Applicants must be physically fit and capable of safely lifting 30 lbs or safely pushing more than 100 lbs on a handcart, when moving books from one location to another. Candidates must also have safety shoes or boots with slip-resistant soles, a valid driver’s licence, and access to a reliable vehicle for deliveries or pickups.

Remuneration: $ 16.50 per hour for 15-20 hrs per week (3-4 hours per day). 

Goose Lane Editions offers training, a flexible work environment, and a cost-shared health benefits package. 

Qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter and résumé to Kathy Russell, Customer Service, via email at orders@gooselane.com. 

Application Deadline: 26 March 2026