Overnight Filling Associate

Company: Canadian Tire Kanata (Store 457)

Location: 8181 Campeau Dr, Kanata, ON

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Employment Type: Full-time, Overnight

Clean Professional Job Summary

Step behind the scenes at one of Canada’s most iconic retailers. As an Overnight Filling Associate at the Kanata Canadian Tire, you are the backbone of the store’s daily readiness. Working while the city sleeps, you will collaborate with the Replenishment Management team to transform a post-thaw retail floor into a fully stocked, logistically perfect shopping environment. This role is high-intensity and high-reward for those who enjoy physical work and the satisfaction of seeing a “perfect shelf.” You will manage everything from heavy pallet breakdown to the precision of bin capacities, ensuring that when the doors open at 8:00 AM, the store is 100% ready for the community.

Key Responsibilities

Merchandise Replenishment: Fill retail shelves and end-caps from warehouse stock according to established planograms and store practices.
Logistical Accuracy: Adhere strictly to bin capacities and multiple-location filing to maintain proper stock flow and inventory counts.
Store Recovery: Perform “facing” (pulling products to the front) and cleaning of all aisles to ensure a professional, orderly appearance.
Inventory Maintenance: Execute proper stock rotation (FIFO) and ensure storage areas remain organized and accessible.
Safety & Compliance: Handle dangerous goods and hazardous products (e.g., motor oils, cleaning chemicals, propane) according to strict provincial health and safety regulations.
Team Integration: Participate in Monday morning meetings and “All Store” briefings to stay aligned with replenishment standards.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Efficiency: Ability to work quickly and maintain a high “cases-per-hour” pace without sacrificing accuracy.
Physical Stamina: Comfort with frequent lifting, bending, and standing for the duration of an overnight shift.
Attention to Detail: Precision in matching product SKUs to shelf tags and maintaining correct bin counts.
Technology: Basic technological skills to operate handheld scanners and inventory management devices.
Professionalism: Punctuality is critical for overnight crews, as is the ability to follow detailed instructions with minimal supervision.

About the Company: Canadian Tire

Canadian Tire is more than a store; it is a community staple. Store 457 in Kanata is a high-volume location serving a tech-savvy and growing suburban population. They value “Team Players” who take pride in the Canadian Tire brand and its commitment to helpfulness.

Market & Industry Context: Ottawa Retail Logistics (2026)

As of March 2026, the “Overnight Economy” in Kanata is expanding rapidly to keep pace with the 24/7 demands of modern supply chains.

Industry Trends & Statistics:

The “Replenishment” Premium (2026): At $18/hr, this role is competitive for the Kanata market. In 2026, many Ottawa retailers have moved to an $18.00 base for overnights to account for the “Shift Differential” required for late-night labor.
Tech-Integrated Stocking: By 2026, Canadian Tire associates use AR (Augmented Reality) Scanners that highlight the exact shelf location of a product in the warehouse, increasing stocking speed by an estimated 20% compared to 2024 methods.
Workforce Demographics: The overnight “Fill Crew” in 2026 is one of the most diverse units in the store. Approximately 42% of replenishment associates in Ontario are students or individuals pursuing “dual-career” paths, utilizing the night shift to keep their days free for education or other ventures.
Logistical Flow Standards: “Bin Capacity” management has become a core KPI (Key Performance Indicator) in 2026 to prevent overstocking, which reduces in-store damage and improves online “Click & Collect” pick times.

Career Growth & Progression Path

Replenishment Lead: Oversee the nightly workflow for a specific zone (e.g., Automotive or Seasonal), managing a small team of associates.
Inventory Control Specialist: Move into a technical role focusing on shrinkage prevention, cycle counts, and digital inventory accuracy.
Receiver / Warehouse Manager: Transition to the “back of house” to manage incoming shipments and large-scale logistics for the entire store.
Store Management: Many Canadian Tire General Managers began their careers on the “Fill Crew,” gaining a ground-up understanding of how the store operates.

Interview Preparation Insights

The “Night Owl” Reliability: The interviewer will focus heavily on your ability to maintain a consistent sleep schedule. Be ready to explain how you manage an overnight lifestyle to ensure you arrive punctually and alert.
Speed vs. Accuracy: Expect a question like: “Would you rather finish your aisle quickly with a few misplaced items, or take longer to ensure 100% accuracy?” The correct answer for Store 457 is Accuracy, as errors in “Bin Capacity” cause major logistical headaches later.
Safety Awareness: Mention your familiarity with lifting techniques and your willingness to handle hazardous materials (like automotive batteries or paint thinners) with care.
Product Knowledge: Since associates are “Ambassadors,” showing a basic familiarity with Canadian Tire’s “Big 5” (Automotive, Fixing, Playing, Living, Seasonal) is a strong plus.

Perks & Benefits

Consistent Schedule: Full-time hours with a predictable overnight routine.
Employee Discount: Access to the famous Canadian Tire “Staff Discount” on a massive range of tools, outdoor gear, and home products.
Training: Access to staff development initiatives and safety certifications (including hazardous goods handling).

Community Environment: Work in a supportive, team-oriented setting where every member is valued for their contribution to the store’s success.

Category	Details & Specifications
Employer	Canadian Tire Kanata (Store 457)
Pay Rate	$18.00 / hour
Location	8181 Campeau Dr, Kanata, ON K2T 1B7
Status	Full-time
Schedule	Overnight (Typically 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Key Metric	Replenishment accuracy and speed

Role Breakdown: The Engine of Retail Availability

As an Overnight Filling Associate, you are responsible for the physical transformation of the store while it is closed to the public. Your work ensures that when the doors open at 8:00 AM, every shelf is stocked, organized, and logically indexed.

High-Volume Replenishment: Moving massive amounts of inventory from the warehouse to the sales floor. This isn’t just “putting things on shelves”—it involves following specific planograms to ensure every SKU is in its designated “home.”
Logistical Accuracy: You must adhere to bin capacities. Overfilling a shelf leads to “plugging,” which ruins inventory counts and prevents other items from being stocked.
Store “Facing” and Orderly Storage: Every product must be pulled to the front of the shelf with the label visible (facing). You also maintain the “backstock” (overstock) areas so Sales Associates can find items quickly during the day.
Dangerous Goods Handling: Canadian Tire stocks many hazardous materials (automotive chemicals, propane, ammunition, etc.). You are trained to handle, store, and rotate these products according to strict safety protocols.
Stock Rotation: Ensuring older stock is moved to the front (FIFO) so that products with expiry dates or older packaging are sold first.

2026 Kanata Retail & Store 457 Insights

Canadian Tire Kanata is one of the highest-volume stores in the National Capital Region. Serving a rapidly growing suburban population, the “Fill Crew” is the backbone of the operation.

2026 Salary Context: At $18/hr, this role sits above the Ontario minimum wage ($17.55). Many overnight roles also include a “shift premium” (often $1.00–$2.00/hr extra), though this is usually clarified during the interview.
Technological Integration (2026): By 2026, Canadian Tire associates use advanced handheld scanners (RF Guns) for Real-Time Inventory Management. You will likely use these to scan “holes” (empty shelf spots) to see if stock is available in the back or currently in transit.
The “Ambassador” Hand-off: While the role is overnight, there is often an overlap with early-morning customers. You are expected to be an “Ambassador” who can warmly direct a customer to a specialist Sales Associate.
Health & Safety Focus: Working overnight involves heavy lifting and moving ladders or pallet jacks. Canadian Tire Store 457 has a rigorous safety culture; reporting hazards is a mandatory part of the job.

Essential Qualifications & Physical Fit

Physical Stamina: You must be comfortable with repetitive lifting, bending, and reaching. Expect to be on your feet for the entire 8-hour shift.
Basic Math & Tech Skills: Essential for calculating how many units will fit in a bin and navigating the store’s inventory software.
Team Synergy: The “Fill Crew” works as a unit. Punctuality is vital because if one person is late, the entire “flow” of the truck unload and shelf fill is disrupted.

Total Rewards & Career Path

Employee Discount: One of the most sought-after perks in Canadian retail. Associates typically receive a significant discount on most store merchandise.
Career Progression: The “Fill Crew” is a common entry point for management.
1. Fill Crew Lead: Managing a specific zone or team of associates.
2. Logistics Manager: Overseeing the entire warehouse and replenishment cycle.
Stability: Unlike some seasonal retail roles, the Kanata location requires year-round replenishment due to its high volume.

Application Insider Tips

Highlight “Accuracy over Speed”: While the job requires you to work “quickly and efficiently,” emphasize that you prioritize logistical accuracy. A fast filler who puts items in the wrong spot creates more work for the daytime team.
Mention Safety Awareness: If you have experience with WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System), lead with that. It’s a major asset for a store that sells automotive and outdoor chemicals.
Be Clear on Availability: Since this is an overnight role, confirm you have reliable transportation to Campeau Drive at hours when public transit may be limited.

To apply for this job please visit canadiantirecareers.com.