Material Handler/Forklift Operator

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Duties & Responsibilities

· Ensure all Equipment and Fixtures are properly maintained

· Load, unload, prepare, and operate the forklift in a safe and efficient manner.

· Ensure all access doors used are locked at the end of each shift.

· Inspection and documentation of outgoing/incoming Materials / Products

· Provide the assembly area with the necessary product/components accurately and on a timely basis.

· Ensure that all painted product is stored in its appropriate/designated locations properly labeled

· Ensure that all purchased components are received and put away in their appropriate locations and properly labeled and documented.

· Recording inventory levels and statuses, requesting purchases of inventory items and components in the warehouse

Pulling and verifying materials and supplies on production orders and drawings.

· Train new employees and assist on going basis/ provide assistance where necessary.

· Notify management of any potential issues, ensure that any short shipments are immediately communicated

· 5S

· Adhere with the Health and Safety Regulations (as per section 28 of the OHSA)

· Follow all safety standards and rules.

Back up to Shipper / Receiver

Functions of the shipper/receiver include

· Ensure that all outgoing shipments to sub contractors and customers have the complete and accurate paperwork.

· Make sure the load is physically reviewed against packing slip information for accuracy

· Forward all documentation as per procedure to Customer Service Representative and other departments as necessary

· Follow the company specified packaging/ shipping procedures

· Ability to use hand and power tools including table saw in a safe manner to build wood crates for shipments to customers

Performance Measurables

· Error free and on-time shipments of all outbound loads to subcontractors and customers.

· Safety record

· Customer satisfaction

· Good communication skills both written and verbal.

· Organization and cleanliness of material/ fixture storage areas

· Production targets

· Warranty claims specific to shipping damages

· Absenteeism

Skill Requirements

· Material handling experience with forklift

· Forklift operator license

· Strong organizational skills and the ability to carry out multiple tasks under significant time pressures

· Good communication skills both written and verbal

· Physically capable of lifting and moving heavy objects with great care as well as speed.

· Team performance

· Safety record

· Neat and professional appearance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Material handling: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-23
Expected start date: 2025-06-30