First seen by our source: 9 days ago
Material Handler
@ Hydro
Ontario
Overview
Hydro is hiring a Material Handler to operate forklifts, cranes and other mobile equipment and move goods across the facility and yard. The role works rotating 12-hour continental day and night shifts at a starting rate of $23.58/hour, with shift premiums and benefits including medical, dental, retirement matching and parental leave.
Pay:
$23.58 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Operate forklifts, cranes and articulated trucks safely
- Load and unload trucks and trailers and move materials to production
- Prepare packing slips and shipping documentation
- Conduct yard and inventory checks
- Report equipment defects and unsafe conditions
Requirements summary:
- Read and write English and follow work instructions
- Forklift and crane certifications and authorizations
- AZ driver's licence for articulated trucks
- HSD or GED
- Warehouse or material-handling experience is an asset
- Willingness to learn SAP and manufacturing software
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- Not provided
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-28
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Hours per week | 36 |
| Schedule | day, evening, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Warehouse, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Forklift certification, Crane certification |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Tuition support, Performance bonus |
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Hydro
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Hydro is a leading aluminium and energy company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future.
Full company description
Hydro is a leading industrial company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future. We develop industries that matter to people and society. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses, creating a safe and secure workplace for our 31,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 40 countries. Today, we own and operate various businesses and have investments with a base in sustainable industries. Hydro is through its businesses present in a broad range of market segments for aluminium, energy, metal recycling, renewables and batteries, offering a unique wealth of knowledge and competence. Hydro is committed to leading the way towards a more sustainable future, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways.
- LinkedIn followers
- 396,541
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 13,360
- Reported office locations
- Drammensveien 264, Oslo, Oslo 0283, NO
- Hydrovegen 160, Havik, Rogaland 4265, NO
- Other recorded names
- norskhydro
- Norsk Hydro
- Specialties
- Aluminium
- Aluminum
- and Renewable energy
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Hydro is a leading industrial company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future. We develop industries that matter to people and society. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses, creating a safe and secure workplace for our 31,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 40 countries. Today, we own and operate various businesses and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mining |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Oslo, Oslo |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1905 |
| Specialties | AluminiumAluminumand Renewable energy |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 8 |
| View page |
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.
What we offer you
- Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
Starting Rate of pay: $23.58/hour
Shifts Available and Hours:
12 hours Continental shifts Day/Night
Week 1: 48 hours (4 days) from 12 AM to 12 PM
Week 2: 36 hours (3 days) from 12 AM to 12 PM
Week 3: 48 hours (4 days) from 12 PM to 12 AM
Week 4: 36 hours (3 days) from 12 PM to 12 AM
Shift Premium: $0.75/hr for afternoon, $1/hr for night shift
What you will be doing
- Safely operate forklifts, cranes, gantry cranes, and other authorized mobile equipment.
- Load and unload trucks and trailers, move materials to and from production departments, and transport goods throughout the facility and yard.
- Shunt tractors and semi-trailers and operate articulated trucks when appropriately licensed and authorized.
- Load materials according to pick lists, shipping instructions, and customer requirements, ensuring the correct loading sequence for safe and efficient unloading.
- Prepare packing slips and maintain accurate shipping documentation.
- Understand and follow customer-specific packaging, loading, shipping, and unloading requirements.
- Conduct yard and inventory checks to verify material locations and inventory status.
- Inspect equipment, monitor its condition, and promptly report defects, hazards, or unsafe
conditions to the Department Supervisor. - Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments, relaying important information as required.
- Work assigned shifts, manage daily tasks with minimal supervision, and help maintain efficient operations when a supervisor is not present.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment and perform other duties as assigned.
What will make you successful?
Required Education/Experience:
- Ability to read and write English and understand work instructions, pick lists, and shipping documents.
- Required forklift and crane training, certifications, and authorizations for the equipment operated.
- Appropriate driver's license and qualifications for operating articulated trucks and moving tractors and semi-trailers, as required by applicable laws. AZ License.
- HSD or GED.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Ability and willing to learn SAP and Manufacturing Software.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of safe material handling, loading, unloading, and load-sequencing procedures, or the willingness to learn.
- Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and contribute to a team-oriented environment.
- Willingness to learn additional plant equipment and perform warehouse, shipping, receiving, and production support duties.
- Ability to perform required physical tasks, including lifting, in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Previous industrial, warehouse, or material-handling experience is an asset.
Equal opportunities
Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.
As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.
If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at [email protected]
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.
What we offer you
- Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
Starting Rate of pay: $23.58/hour
Shifts Available and Hours:
12 hours Continental shifts Day/Night
Week 1: 48 hours (4 days) from 12 AM to 12 PM
Week 2: 36 hours (3 days) from 12 AM to 12 PM
Week 3: 48 hours (4 days) from 12 PM to 12 AM
Week 4: 36 hours (3 days) from 12 PM to 12 AM
Shift Premium: $0.75/hr for afternoon, $1/hr for night shift
What you will be doing
- Safely operate forklifts, cranes, gantry cranes, and other authorized mobile equipment.
- Load and unload trucks and trailers, move materials to and from production departments, and transport goods throughout the facility and yard.
- Shunt tractors and semi-trailers and operate articulated trucks when appropriately licensed and authorized.
- Load materials according to pick lists, shipping instructions, and customer requirements, ensuring the correct loading sequence for safe and efficient unloading.
- Prepare packing slips and maintain accurate shipping documentation.
- Understand and follow customer-specific packaging, loading, shipping, and unloading requirements.
- Conduct yard and inventory checks to verify material locations and inventory status.
- Inspect equipment, monitor its condition, and promptly report defects, hazards, or unsafe
conditions to the Department Supervisor. - Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments, relaying important information as required.
- Work assigned shifts, manage daily tasks with minimal supervision, and help maintain efficient operations when a supervisor is not present.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment and perform other duties as assigned.
What will make you successful?
Required Education/Experience:
- Ability to read and write English and understand work instructions, pick lists, and shipping documents.
- Required forklift and crane training, certifications, and authorizations for the equipment operated.
- Appropriate driver's license and qualifications for operating articulated trucks and moving tractors and semi-trailers, as required by applicable laws. AZ License.
- HSD or GED.
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
- Ability and willing to learn SAP and Manufacturing Software.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of safe material handling, loading, unloading, and load-sequencing procedures, or the willingness to learn.
- Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and contribute to a team-oriented environment.
- Willingness to learn additional plant equipment and perform warehouse, shipping, receiving, and production support duties.
- Ability to perform required physical tasks, including lifting, in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Previous industrial, warehouse, or material-handling experience is an asset.
Equal opportunities
Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.
As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.
If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at [email protected]
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