Merlin Plastics Group is a processor of post-consumer and post-industrial plastic. We are dedicated and committed to providing environmental services for the packaging industry in an economically efficient, environmentally sound, and socially responsible fashion.

Merlin Plastics is hiring aGeneral Labor/****Material Handlerto support our recycling depot operations. This is a physically active role focused on unloading trucks, processing materials, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring safe and efficient workflow in the yard and warehouse.

Employment type:

Full-time/Permanent

Location:

351 Gifford St, New Westminster, BC

###Key Responsibilities

• Unload 5-tonne trucks within target timelines (7 minutes per truck).
• Lift, drag, and move bags and materials as required.
• Open bags and remove materials for processing.
• Load and unload trailers by hand or using pallet jacks.
• Perform physical counts of materials received and record accurately.
• Process materials immediately as trucks are being unloaded.
• Clean up loose bottles, spills, and liquids promptly.
• Vacuum or squeegee any liquid on the floor.
• Maintain clear walkways for personnel at all times.
• Keep work areas and common areas clean (sweeping, wiping, shoveling).
• Maintain outside areas including: From scale to dyke wall, From docks to dyke wall, From dyke to Encorp audit area
• Empty and bale Big Bags (approximately 50 bags per bale).
• Follow all safety procedures and SOPs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

###Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding work (lifting, dragging, repetitive tasks).
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Attention to cleanliness, safety, and detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous warehouse, recycling, or labor experience is an asset (not required).

What we offer:

• Full-Time and Long-Term Employment
• Group Benefits (such as Dental & Healthcare) and RRSP's after 3 months
• Employee personal and professional development
• Personalized training
• Strong HR support
• Free parking space
• Dynamic work environment
• Diverse culture: opportunity to learn from different backgrounds
• The bus stop is 5 minutes away

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

NEW WESTMINSTER, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:

English (required)

Work Location: In person