Material Handler

As the Material Handler (Forklift Operator), you will work on the manufacturing floor to assist in the production and assembly of equipment. You will be in close communication with various departments within the organization and will help coordinate the efficient flow of materials and finished goods into and out of the production process. Location: 1403 Dundas street, Woodstock, ON Dedicated Day Shift: 6:00am – 4:30pm, Monday - Thursday 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 inspections of material handling equipment (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 with competing demands and 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 including driving (80-90%), 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 safely moving raw materials and finished goods between departments to maintain production flow. They must also perform daily equipment inspections and maintain 5S standards in storage areas.

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 physically demanding environment are required.

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

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

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

• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• 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