Material Handler

Job summary

The Material Handler will support shipping and receiving operations by loading, unloading, and moving materials using forklifts and cranes. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and preparing items for shipment while adhering to safety protocols.

Job details

Material Handler Location - South Surrey, BC, Canada Work Arrangement - Onsite, Shift (4 AM - 4 PM, Monday to Thursday) What we do at Weir We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining. Make your impact You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future. What you’ll do ⦿ Material Handling: Support shipping and receiving by loading, unloading, and handling materials using forklift, overhead crane, or manual methods. Daily tasks include moving pipes, packaging, applying stickers and caps on spools, and preparing items for shipment. ⦿ Inventory Management: Maintain accurate inventory locations, enforce quarantines and hold points, assist with inventory counts and spot checks, and ensure all material movements are properly recorded in documentation and software. ⦿ Packaging and Preparation: Cut and measure wood products for packaging using hand tools; stage and pick items accurately for shop staff under supervision. ⦿ Operational Support: Assist with receiving inventory into the computer database, cover for shipping and receiving staff as needed, and help prepare shipments to customers. ⦿ Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture. What you’ll bring Must-haves: ⦿ Forklift experience ⦿ Hands-on manual labor experience, preferably in shipping/receiving or manufacturing ⦿ Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English ⦿ Basic computer skills including Microsoft Windows and Office products Nice-to-haves: ⦿ Experience operating overhead cranes ⦿ Previous shipping and receiving experience in a manufacturing environment ⦿ Construction experience or familiarity with physical labor environments ⦿ Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills aligned with safety and quality focus Why join Weir? We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes. We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies. We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives. Compensation $33.51/hr This vacancy is for a 6 month contract, with potential for permanent employment following contract end date #minerals #LI-SK1

What you’ll do

The Material Handler will support shipping and receiving operations by loading, unloading, and moving materials using forklifts and cranes. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and preparing items for shipment while adhering to safety protocols.

Requirements

Candidates must have experience with forklifts and manual labor in a shipping, receiving, or manufacturing environment. Proficiency in basic computer skills and the ability to communicate effectively in English are also required.

Listed skills

• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Packaging · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Forklift operation
• Shipping and receiving
• Inventory management
• Manual labor
• Overhead crane operation
• Microsoft Windows
• Microsoft Office
• Packaging
• Inventory counts
• Safety compliance
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Hand tools
• Hand Tools
• Shipment Preparation
• Energy Consumption
• Shipping And Receiving
• Materials Science
• Intelligent Automation
• Overhead Crane Operation
• Planning
• Customer Support
• Computer Literacy
• English Language
• Packaging And Labeling
• Forklift Truck
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Inventory Management
• Material Handling
• Safety Culture
• Loading And Unloading

Job areas

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

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