Material Handler I

Responsibilities

• Operate winches / cranes / forklifts and other loading devices to load and unload materials onto and off trucks and loading docks of warehouse industrial plant areas.
• Wrap large components, with lightweight tarp and be able to use “Propane torches” as required.
• Perform other material handling activities such as counting, weighing, sorting, packing, and unpacking.
• Operate industrial trucks, tractors, loaders, and other equipment to transport materials to and from transportation vehicles and to store and retrieve materials in warehouses as required.
• May perform other activities, such as opening containers and crates, filling orders, assisting in taking inventory and weighing and checking materials.
• Document’s product shipment by recording units shipped.
• Maintains material-handling equipment by completing pre-use inspections and making operator repairs.
• Keeps inventory, loading areas, and machinery clean.
• Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds at a time.
• Qualifications Skills & Qualifications
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to read and analyze Information.
• Adept at handling multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency with prioritizing and meeting multiple deadlines.
• Excellent time management.
• Process improvement mindset.
• Knowledge of inventory control.
• Ability to lift heavy materials.
• Data entry skills.
• Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.
• Please note: A criminal background check is required for candidates aged 18 and over. Instructions and next steps will be provided as part of the offer process.
• Experience
• 2 years of related experience required.
• Previous stock or inventory experience a plus.
• Previous experience operating a forklift or pallet jack a plus.
• Education
• Completion of secondary school is required.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.