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Sr Material Handler (Day shift Monday through Friday 8am – 4:30pm)

@ Patheon Inc

Mississauga, Ontario

On-siteFull-time2+ years experience
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Overview

Patheon Inc is hiring a Senior Material Handler for a full-time day shift, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The role handles receiving, storage, movement and shipping of materials and products, including forklift work and SAP inventory tasks, in a cGMP manufacturing setting. The posted starting wage is $23.50 per hour.

Responsibilities:

  • Move materials between production and warehouse storage areas
  • Receive, inspect and repalletize incoming goods
  • Load finished products onto trailers and containers
  • Investigate inventory errors and support deviation and CAPA investigations
  • Mentor level I and II material handlers on forklift practice

Requirements summary:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 2 years in distribution, warehouse or supply chain
  • Valid forklift certificate and narrow aisle experience
  • Knowledge of SAP warehouse functions
  • Experience in a cGMP environment preferred
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs and maneuver 80 lbs

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Benefits mentioned

Health insurancePaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-03
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-19

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentGeneral labour
Experience2+ years
Hours per week37.5
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingWarehouse, Plant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 50 lb · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsForklift operation certificate, WHMIS
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Performance bonus

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Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Warehouse

Job Description

Starting Wage: $23.50

Provide logistical support to all departments. This may include the movement of all materials and products to and from all warehouse storage areas. Includes the receipt of all incoming material as well as the preparation, staging and loading of all domestic and export shipments. The incumbent will perform in a teamwork environment interacting with all Logistics Personnel, thus providing their customers (internal and external) with the highest possible level of service.

Essential Functions:

  • Ensure safe, timely and accurate delivery of materials between all production and warehouse storage areas, while complying with all regulatory and internal procedures.
  • Ensure safe, timely and accurate receipt of all inventoriable and non-inventoriable items, including inspection for damages, confirming quantities and repalletization.
  • Accurate and timely data entry of Purchase Orders upon receipt of goods into the enterprise resource planning system and the generation of documentation for pallet labeling and sampling.
  • Ensure safe, timely and accurate loading of finished products and materials onto transport trailers and containers.
  • Schedule delivery appointments with suppliers and freight carriers.
  • Perform daily inspections and minor maintenance on lift trucks to ensure safe operation.
  • Mentor and assist level I and II material handlers with forklift practical experience.
  • Utilize SAP to investigate material quantity variances.
  • Troubleshoot issues with RF scanners and provide support to team members.
  • Investigate inventory errors (quantity variances, missing material) and escalate as required.
  • Support Deviation Report (DR) investigations and complete assigned CAPAs via TrackWise as required.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain a safe working environment and reports potential hazards.
  • Perform alternating or rotating shift work.
  • Travel to offsite warehouse location is required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

  • Required: Minimum of 2 year of work experience in distribution, warehouse or supply chain or related field
  • Required: Active Valid forklift operation certificate
  • Preferred: Experience in a cGMP environment
  • Narrow Aisle Forklift experience required

Equivalency:

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of warehouse material handling functionality within SAP
  • Ability to multi-task, meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Work efficiently with limited supervision.
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs and maneuver up to 80lbs.
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Familiarity with cGMP's, SOP's, SAP, WHMIS and safety regulations.
  • Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
  • Travel to offsite warehouse location is required.
  • Proficiency with the English Language.

Physical Requirements:

Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about manufacturing/office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of medium to heavy weights; arm, hand and finger dexterity; visual acuity to operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time. Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, loud noise, bright lights, fumes or odour. Use of Personal Protective equipment is required and may include any of the following: safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator.

What We Offer:

Compensation
Competitive Pay
Performance Related Bonus where eligible
Annual merit performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits
Medical benefits
Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
Employee Referral Bonus
Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation

The estimated annualized pay range for this position in Ontario is $37,100.00–$55,625.00.

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