Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler
Type: Permanent, Full-time
Shift: Nights, 10:30PM-7AM (Sunday to Thursday)
Pay: $24-$25 per hour
Location: Ajax, ON.

Are you an experienced and dedicated professional looking to take the next significant step in your career within the dynamic world of manufacturing & logistics? We are currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled Material Handler to join a thriving, fast-paced production team in Ajax, Ontario. In the ever-evolving landscape of modern supply chains, the role of a Material Handler is absolutely crucial to the seamless and efficient operation of everyday production. By bridging the gap between raw materials and finished products, you will be the driving force that ensures our manufacturing & logistics processes run smoothly, safely, and without interruption. If you have a passion for hands-on work, possess expert-level forklift certification, and thrive in an environment where your daily contributions directly impact overall operational success, this full-time opportunity is designed for you.

Working in the manufacturing & logistics sector requires a keen eye for detail, a strong commitment to workplace safety, and the ability to adapt to changing daily requirements. As a Material Handler in this state-of-the-art facility in Ajax, your primary objective will be to support manufacturing through the timely, accurate, and safe delivery of raw materials and finished products. You will be moving these critical materials to and from various work cells within the manufacturing areas, ensuring that machine operators and production staff have exactly what they need, right when they need it. This role goes far beyond simple physical labor; it requires a strategic mindset and a thorough understanding of inventory control. You will be utilizing advanced Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to track, scale, and receive products on every single shift. Your proficiency with these technical tools will ensure that our manufacturing & logistics operations maintain accurate inventory records, minimizing downtime and maximizing overall productivity.

Advantages
• Highly competitive compensation package featuring an hourly wage of $24 to $25 based on your industrial expertise.
• Full-time, permanent, steady hours providing reliable income and job security within a thriving industry.
• Opportunity to work with a leading organization in the dynamic manufacturing & logistics sector in Ajax, Ontario.
• Safe, clean, and well-maintained facility that prioritizes the health and well-being of all employees.
• Engaging, hands-on work environment where your daily efforts have a direct and visible impact on production success.
• Access to ongoing support, professional networking, and career development resources through our expert recruitment team.

Responsibilities
• Deliver raw materials to production lines and work cells to facilitate manufacturing & logistics operations using various tools such as lift trucks, pump trucks, carts, bins, totes, and buckets.
• Support and prepare manufacturing equipment and machinery for production changeovers as required by the daily schedule.• Set up designated work cells with the appropriate raw materials and components before production begins.• Scale and receive all finished products accurately into ERP and WMS systems during each shift to maintain precise inventory records.• Support manufacturing lines and work cells continuously, including the filling of hoppers and the prompt removal of finished product.
• Participate actively in regular inventory audits and cycle counts to ensure stock accuracy.
• Perform all duties in strict compliance with all facility safety rules and regulations, and proactively report on any potential safety hazards.
• Address and deal with quality concerns and product issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Communicate effectively with shift leads and operators while managing production requirements and troubleshooting on-the-floor issues.
• Record numbers of units handled or moved utilizing daily production sheets, scanning guns, and work tickets.

Qualifications
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in a manufacturing environment, in a material handler role.
• Raymond Reach Lift truck - 3-5 years experience is required (internally certified is acceptable)
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Basic math skills, with a keen eye for accuracy and detail
• Understand and follow all health and safety procedures including safe operation of equipment.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision or interaction

Summary
If this Material Handler role isn't the perfect match, reach out to our expert recruiters today to discover more exciting manufacturing & logistics opportunities!

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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