Material Handler

*this is a 6 month contract position*

The Material Handler is responsible for operating loaders and related equipment to receive and offload all incoming loads of raw materials and other deliveries. This position also works on the ground as a safety spotter to provide safe unloading guidance to the Loader Operator. Before offloading any materials, the Material Handler completes a visual check of the goods for damages and ensures the correct quanitities are received according to the delivery manifest and paking slip. Delivered products are confirmed by completeing a physical count and by measuring producet dimensions to ensure the product meets specificatios requirements as per the purchase order. All traceable raw materials received muse be identified and marked with MTR tracking numbers. Additionally, using a picklist, the Material Handler supplies the shop with the required materials and removes finished goods to proper locations.

Key Accountabilities:
(Key duties + desired outcomes)
- Operate loading equipment in a safe manner at all times.
- At shift changes, complete a daily safety assessment form by properly assessing the work environment and condition of equipment to ensure all hazards are addressed prior to starting work.
- Ensure all equipment is inspected prior to operation and report and defects to manager and maintenance right away.
- Stage the selected finished goods on the ground to match part ID numbers.
- Ensure all finished goods taken from inventory are properly selected by proper part number and counted for accuracy in accordance with packing slip instructions. Accurately record the pile and/or cap identification numbers.
- Learn to load transportation flat-decks in a safe manner according to picking slip and manifest instructions, while complying with DOT regulations.
- Unload transportation flat-decks in a safe manner, identify the material and tracking it accordingly.
- Conduct daily inventory cycle counts as assigned.
- Complete picklists by counting and inspecting pipe and/or plate to ensure it meets the picklist’s quality and quantity requirements.
- Keep storage yard free of snow and organized by ensuring that all materials in the yard are properly stored in the correct bin locations according to the inventory yard bin location map.
- Maintain, clean, and lubricate equipment and refill fuel tanks as needed, and secure special attachments as needed.

Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED is an asset

**Skills**:

- Manufacturing
- Production Components
- Quality Assurance
- ISO 9001
- Hazard Assessment Analysis
- Time Management
- Lean Manufacturing

**Experience**:

- No previous work experience is required
- Prior work experience in a production or shop environment is an asset
- Knowledge of industry-related manufacturing processes is an asset
- Experienced in operating grinders, pedestal grinder, clamps and various fixtures is an asset

Work Environment
- Outside working environment
- Fast paced with tight deadlines
- Exposure to loud noises
- Exposure to extreme temperatures
- Physical elements include bending, twisting, crouching, kneeling, standing for long periods of time, lifting weights up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally
- Fast paced with tight deadlines
- Shift work
- Overtime is required to meet operational needs
- Work schedule may vary
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

**Salary**: From $24.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Ponoka, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (preferred)

Work Location: In person