Material Handler

As the Material Handler, you will help manage the flow of goods by unloading shipments and organizing materials in designated storage areas. Additionally, you will also load outgoing shipments onto trucks, inspect materials for damage or defects, and report any issues. You will be in close communication with various departments within the organization. Location: 160 Consolidated Drive, Paris, ON Dedicated Day Shift: 7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday – Friday Job Duties Safely and efficiently move raw materials and finished products between departments, maintaining the flow of production Perform daily inspection of material handling equipment (eg, forklift, walkie), and report any minor or major damage to the equipment Organize and maintain 5S in storage areas both within the plant and outside Review paperwork to locate parts and transport them to departments throughout the plant Follow written directions and interpret schedules, shipping documents, and drawings Communicate with project managers and supervisors to understand production schedules Skills and Experience Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands and be able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively Effective organization, problem-solving, and time management skills Keen attention to detail, an outstanding work ethic and the ability to multi-task Physical requirements include driving (90%), standing, and climbing Understanding of MRP/ERP systems are an asset Potential exposure to weather changes (hot, cold, wind, rain, etc.) when working outside Qualifications Previous material handling experience in an industrial setting Prior forklift training and experience is required Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively Keen attention to detail, an outstanding work ethic and the ability to multi-task What We Can Offer You Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ’s, pizza parties and more! Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing. RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We’ve got your back! Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment. Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more! Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs. Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children’s Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario! Why work for Tigercat Industries group of companies? We're more than just a company – we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported. Interested in learning more? Visit our FAQ page or explore what our employees have to say by watching their Tigercat story! Tigercat strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance. Click here to read more about Tigercat’s Accessibility Plan.

The Material Handler is responsible for managing the flow of goods by loading and unloading shipments and organizing materials in storage areas. They must also perform equipment inspections and maintain clear communication with various departments to ensure production schedules are met.

Candidates must have previous material handling experience in an industrial setting and possess valid forklift training. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a changing environment are essential for this role.

• Profit sharing • RRSP matching program • Skills development • Training reimbursement • Company-paid healthcare benefits • Employee and family assistance program • Social events • Vision coverage • Physiotherapy

• Time managementPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• Forklift operationPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

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• Material handling
• Forklift operation
• Inventory control
• 5S methodology
• Problem-solving
• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Multi-tasking
• Communication
• MRP systems
• ERP systems
• Shipping documentation
• Equipment inspection
• Material Handling Equipment
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Shipping Documents
• Strong Work Ethic
• Physical Therapy
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Forklift Truck
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Material Handling
• Material Requirements Planning
• Project Management
• Medical Prescription
• Multitasking
• Retirement Planning
• Time Management
• Loading And Unloading
• Teamwork
• Detail Oriented

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Material Handler
• Warehouse Worker
• Freight Handlers
• Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week