Emco Corporation: Plumbing, HVAC, Waterworks, Industrial, Irrigation, Fire Protection

Material Handler

Oshawa, ON
On-site
Posted May 20, 2026
1 position

$40,000–$45,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Responsible for picking, packing, and shipping customer orders while managing the receipt and verification of incoming vendor materials. Maintains warehouse cleanliness and safety while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction through accurate order processing.

Job details

Company DescriptionWith over 115 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction industry. We provide quality and cutting-edge products that help support residential, commercial and infrastructure initiatives across Canada.At EMCO Corporation, we are committed to providing sustainable solutions to our customers and communities in which we live and serve. Our talented and passionate team members are the key to our success. We empower our team members to act like owners and make a difference within our business through striving for innovation and providing excellence in customer service.We offer a fun, fast-paced and dynamic workplace. We work as a team, share core values, and support each other’s growth and development. As our teammate, you will have the opportunity to continually develop your skills through ongoing training, have the opportunity to be innovative and try new things, and work alongside passionate colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are a team of enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the needs of the customers we serve.Why Join Our Team?EMCO Corporation is one of Canada’s largest integrated wholesale distributors of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products for the construction industry. We have endless opportunities for you to grow and develop in your career and a culture that prides itself in supporting you every step of the way!In addition, we will offer you:Great mentors and on-the-job trainingGrowth potential with competitive salary, benefits, and profit sharingA career with a solid, stable company with strong core valuesParticipation in our pension plan with employer contributionsWork-life balance and flex timeJob DescriptionAs a Material Handler, you will be responsible for picking, packing, and shipping customer orders as well as counting, verifying, receiving, and putting away incoming vendor material and customer returns. A high attention to detail will ensure exceptional levels of customer service and satisfaction.Additional duties will include:Follow all Health and Safety rules and legislation while performing job functionsLoad and unload trucks, operate forklift and other material handling equipmentReceiving duties include:Upon unloading vendor shipments or customer returns, obtain the packing slip and verify material received. Note any discrepancies or damaged materialPrint and verify the computer receiving documents and enter material received into the computer systemIdentify special order material and damaged material and store in proper locationNote all shipping discrepancies on freight carrier’s Bill of Lading, initiate freight claims and forward paperwork to appropriate teammate Picking, packing, and shipping duties include:Pick material for customer orders, counting and comparing items to the shipping documentationAssemble material and pack appropriately for pick up or shipment to customerComplete documentation for any shipments being delivered via third party carrier or requiring Transportation of Dangerous Goods documentationInform the Supervisor of any inventory discrepancies and damaged/defective material that would impact customer service levelsMaintain warehouse cleanliness and safety by removing empty cartons, metal banding, pallets, and other debrisInform Warehouse Supervisor and/or Profit Centre Manager of any safety issues within the warehouseAssist teammates in servicing customers at the counterPerform other tasks as requested by the Profit Centre ManagerQualificationsGrade 12 diploma or equivalent; College and/or University degree an assetOutstanding customer service and verbal communication skillsAble to develop comprehensive product knowledgeAbility to learn to safely operate a forklift and any other material handling equipmentPossess a high level of attention to detail and accurately process ordersAble to learn and operate the applicable software system used to process ordersIntermediate math skillsPreferred Skills:Previous experience with or knowledge of plumbing and building products sold at the Profit CentrePrevious warehouse and forklift experienceExperience using Word, Excel, and OutlookAdditional InformationSalary Range - $40,000-$45,000EMCO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a discrimination, harassment, and barrier free workplace where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. EMCO is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by the law. We welcome applications from all minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, neurodiversity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.EMCO uses third-party artificial intelligence to assess resumes to facilitate the review of candidates. Compensation: CAD 40000 - CAD 45000 - yearly

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, with a college or university degree considered an asset. Candidates must possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to learn forklift operation and order processing software.