First seen by our source: 29 days ago
Material Handler
@ Jacobs & Thompson Inc
Barrie, Ontario
Overview
Jacobs & Thompson Inc is hiring a full-time Material Handler for its manufacturing team. The role moves, stores and distributes materials and parts within the facility, using forklifts and pallet jacks, and keeps the warehouse safe and organized. Candidates need one year or more of manufacturing or warehouse experience.
Responsibilities:
- Load, unload, move and stage materials with forklifts and pallet jacks
- Deliver materials and components to production lines on time
- Verify shipments, inspect for damage and report discrepancies
- Maintain inventory records and assist with cycle counts
- Keep work areas clean, organized and free of hazards
Requirements summary:
- One or more years in manufacturing or warehouse environment
- Forklift certification a plus or willingness to obtain
- Familiarity with inventory systems and basic computer skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand or walk for long periods
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- Not provided
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | General labour |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Warehouse, Plant or factory |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Forklift certification |
| Education | High school (preferred) |
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Jacobs & Thompson Inc
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Full company description
Jacobs & Thompson Inc. is one of North America's largest fabricators of foam, film, textile and adhesive components, serving over 20 specialized markets including automotive, medical, military and the general manufacturing sector. J&T is the most vertically integrated foam parts supplier in Canada. Our growth as a specialty converter is based on four bedrock principles: integrity, engineered solutions, personalized service, and ‘just-in-time’ delivery, every time.
- LinkedIn followers
- 10,119
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 90
- Reported office locations
- 89 Kenhar Drive, Toronto, Ontario M9L2R3, CA
- 89 Kenhar Drive, Toronto, Ontario M9L 2R3, CA
- 760 Bayview Dr, Barrie, Ontario L4N, CA
- Business categories
- Advanced Materials
- Industrial
- Other recorded names
- Jacobs & Thompson Inc
- Jacobs & Thompson
- Specialties
- Foam Fabricating
- Textile & Film Composites
- Die Cutting
- Adhesive Coating & Hot Melt Lamination
- Flame & Radiant Heat Lamination
- Consumer Products
- Water Sports
- Eaves trough foam
- Floor Protection
- and Weather Stripping
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Jacobs & Thompson Inc. is one of North America's largest fabricators of foam, film, textile and adhesive components, serving over 20 specialized markets including automotive, medical, military and the general manufacturing sector. J&T is the most vertically integrated foam parts supplier in Canada. Our growth as a specialty converter is based on four bedrock principles: integrity, engineered solutions, personalized…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Manufacturing |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1955 |
| Specialties | Foam FabricatingTextile & Film CompositesDie CuttingAdhesive Coating & Hot Melt LaminationFlame & Radiant Heat LaminationConsumer ProductsWater SportsEaves trough foamFloor Protectionand Weather Stripping |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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- Load, unload, move, and stage materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
- Deliver raw materials and components to production lines in a timely manner.
- Verify incoming and outgoing shipments, inspect for damage, and report discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with regular cycle counts and physical inventory.
- Properly store materials following safety and organizational guidelines.
- Ensure work areas are clean, organized, and free of hazards.
- Operate equipment safely and comply with all safety policies and procedures.
- Assist with packaging, labeling, and documentation of finished products.
- Communicate effectively with production staff, supervisors, and other departments.
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
- 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
- Valid forklift certification is a plus (or willingness to obtain).
- Familiarity with inventory systems and basic computer skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand or walk for extended periods.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or in a team.
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