Material Handler

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

Would you like to ply your trade in an innovative production facility? If so, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a **Material Handler** This role will be based out of our extrusion plant facility located in Scarborough, ON.

Do not miss the opportunity to join an engaging team of people-centric professionals, leaders, problem solvers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters

**Salary: $22.76/hour + night shift premium (**_where applicable_**)**

**Address: 807 Pharmacy Ave, Scarborough, ON, M1L 3K2**

**Job Summary***:
We are seeking a Material Handler to focus on measuring, inspecting and packaging finished product for distribution. This position reports to the Production Manager and will work a rotating 12-hour continental shift schedule (Days: 8am - 8pm, Nights: 8pm - 8am). This role serves as a training position towards opportunities for advancement and growth.

**Principle accountabilities**:

- Preparing packaging components that are required on the assigned line(s). This includes rework, cutting and assembling wood blocks, cutting and storing strapping, and cutting packaging wrap.
- Building and packing pipe crates according to company specifications.
- Operate (only if certified) overhead cranes used for packaging finished product into crates or bundles.
- Identify processing problems on the extruder, spray/vacuum tanks, haul-off, saw, or beller.
- Identify quality issues with product.
- Address and report production information regarding downtime or scrap identification and any problems to the shift leadership team.
- Ensure all assigned material storage areas, scrap storage areas and pipe storage areas are maintained in a clean and orderly manner.
- Assist in the start up of a production line and manufacture product.
- Perform a variety of other task as assigned

**Requirements**:

- Completion of a high school diploma or practical equivalency.
- Past work experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Effective written and verbal communication. Knowledge of Health and Safety practices.

**Working conditions**:
Incumbent spends almost 100% of their time in the plant environment requiring varying degrees of moderate physical labour. Lifting, pulling, pushing heavy objects (20-50lbs), standing and walking cover the majority of the work. Personal safety is affected by exposure to heat, dust, noise levels and the use of equipment such as sharp blades and presses. Considerable amount of sensory attention is required. Limited control of work pace and unexpected workflow, bring considerable stresses to this position. The incumbent understands respects and adheres to the workplace health & safety rules and regulations.