Material Handler

**ASTEC INDUSTRIES / BREAKER TECHNOLOGY** Ltd. is a leading Canadian manufacturer of high-quality rock-breaking systems, hydraulic attachments, and underground mobile equipment for the mining, construction, and aggregate industries worldwide. Our company has been in business at the same location for 65 years and we attribute our success to our people. Our parent company, Astec Industries, Inc., is traded on the NASDAQ (ASTE).

**Our Core Values guide us in how we approach our work every day: Safety, Devotion, Integrity, Respect, and Innovation. These are the cornerstones of our longevity.**

Due to increased demand, we are hiring to meet production goals. We are currently seeking a:
**MATERIAL HANDLER**

The position responsibilities include:

- Operate material handling equipment including crane and lift truck to move stock in and out of the warehouse.
- Receive incoming materials / inventory in the system.
- Relieve inventory for manufactured product in the system.
- Prepare customer orders for shipping. This includes boxing, banding, skidding, and packaging orders.
- Prepare and manage documentation associated with shipping and receiving goods for domestic and international shipments.
- Meets or exceeds the production standards for volume and quality of work.
- Shift work is required (days and afternoons).
- Participate in workplace improvement initiatives.

The following company paid work benefits are provided:

- All safety equipment including uniforms/coveralls, prescription safety glasses, face shields, hearing protection, and work gloves,
- A generous safety boot allowance of $240.00 per year,
- All safety training and certifications,
- All company tools,
- Paid Workplace improvement suggestion program

The following health benefits for employees and dependents are company-paid:

- Drug prescription card,
- Supplementary health benefits include massage, chiropractor, physiotherapy, psychotherapy, counseling services, naturopath, etc.
- Eye exams and prescription eyewear,
- Orthotics
- Generous dental benefits,
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
- Out of Country Health Coverage,
- Semi-private hospital room,
- Health Care Spending Account
- Life insurance, A D & D,

The company also provides:

- Company-paid sick / floater days,
- Short term disability program,
- Long-term disability benefits,
- Generous company-paid Registered Retirement Savings Plan up to 8%.
- Profit-sharing program,
- Education Reimbursement Program,
- A strong commitment to working safely and the willingness to actively participate in our health safety programs,
- Experience with inventory management systems in a computerized environment.
- Previous experience or certification using material handling devices including cranes and lift trucks. Must be able to successfully complete the company sponsored lift truck operator and crane slinger course.
- Previous experience in shipping and receiving in a Manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with documentation associated with shipping and receiving.
- Ability to use and understand WHMIS symbols and materials
- Formal education to a level consistent with SSGD with good math skills.
- Must work under mínimal supervision.
- Knowledge of production procedures and related documentation is an asset.

**About ASTEC Industries / Breaker Technology**

Our company is located in Thornbury, Ontario, 22 kilometers west of Collingwood in the heart of the Georgian Triangle, Ontario’s premier 4 season resort area. We are known best by our former name Breaker Technology Ltd., but are proud to be transitioning into the OneASTEC family. We have been in the same location for over 60 years and continue to be a top employer in Grey County. Our Core Values guide us in how we approach our work every day: Safety, Devotion, Integrity, Respect, and Innovation; these are the cornerstones of our longevity.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise Human Resources of any accommodations that are needed. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $26.93-$27.79 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
- Signing bonus

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Manufacturing: 1 year (required)
- Materials handling: 1 year (required)
- Shipping & receiving: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person