Material Handler/Forklift Operator

As a Material Handler – Steel Shop at Kiwi Newton Group, you will support steel manufacturing operations by safely and efficiently moving, organizing, and staging materials throughout the facility. Working closely with production, shipping, and receiving teams, you will help maintain continuous material flow, uphold safety standards, and contribute to the successful fabrication of high-quality steel building systems. This role requires experience handling long, heavy structural steel using forklifts and overhead cranes in a fast-paced shop environment. Your attention to organization, communication, and safety will play a key role in keeping production running smoothly and efficiently.

Position Details:

• Location: 41 Massey Rd., Guelph, Ontario, Canada, N1H 7M6
• Monday to Friday, with overtime and occasional Saturdays as required
• Full-time, on site
• Steel manufacturing and production environment
• Work closely with Production, Shipping & Receiving, and Shop Supervisor

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operate material handling equipment including forklifts (Counter Balance) and overhead cranes with long, heavy, and uneven structural steel loads
• Maintain a continuous and efficient flow of materials to support production teams
• Load, unload, organize, and stage structural steel and related materials
• Ensure materials are stored safely and accurately according to shop requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Assist Shipping and Receiving operations as required
• Follow work instructions, safety procedures, and production schedules carefully
• Support overall shop efficiency through teamwork and clear communication

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Valid Forklift Certification required
• Valid Overhead Crane Certification a strong asset
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating material handling equipment with large, heavy, or uneven loads
• Physically fit and capable of lifting 50+ lbs
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices
• Hand and power tool experience considered an asset
• Ability to read shop drawings considered an asset
• Strong work ethic with a positive, team-oriented attitude
• Willingness to work overtime and occasional Saturdays
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices
• Hand and power tool experience considered an asset
• Ability to read shop drawings considered an asset
• Strong work ethic with a positive, team-oriented attitude
• Punctual, dependable, and reliable

What We Offer:

• Employer Match Pension Plan
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Steel Toed Safety Shoe Allowance
• Clothing Allowance
• Safety Eye Protection
• Hearing Protection
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability

Interested in joining the Kiwi Newton Team? Lean more about us below

Since our founding in 1994, Kiwi Newton Group has grown from a small, ambitious team into a dynamic leader in our industry. Over the years, we've expanded our expertise, embraced innovation, and built a reputation for delivering exceptional results. Today, we are proud to be a forward-thinking company where collaboration, creativity, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture values diverse perspectives, continuous learning, and professional growth, ensuring every team member has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. We tackle bold challenges, push boundaries, and create solutions that truly matter. If you're looking for a career where your work is valued, your potential is nurtured, and your contributions help shape the future, Kiwi Newton Group is the place to thrive. Join us and be part of a journey that combines decades of experience with innovation, growth, and a commitment to excellence.

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Kiwi Newton Group encourages people to enjoy work and working with others, to be creative and effective in teams, to be reliable for other team members and to develop efficient work habits to serve customers well and deliver best value excellent buildings and structures.

Kiwi Newton Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all applicants who consider themselves qualified.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 44 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person