Material Handler I

Overview  

The Material Handler shall be responsible for a variety of duties, including: loading, unloading, and moving products and materials to the designated locations in the warehouse and plant, and assisting in picking and placing materials orders. The Line Runner/Material Handler is also accountable for checking received orders and confirming that all inventory transactions are completed and documented. 

This role will be offered to work on a rotating day shift (6 AM - 6 PM, including weekends).

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Load, unload, and move products and materials by hand or equipment. 
• Sort and package fabricated parts onto a cart according to the subassembly list and deliver to point of use in the plant (manually or with equipment). 
• Check to ensure subassembly counts are correct and meet a visual quality inspection and report any discrepancies to the fabrication area. 
• May perform other activities such as assisting in taking inventory and weighing/checking materials. 
• Confirm inventory transactions are complete.
• Participate in clean-up of yard and facility. 
• Perform all duties in accordance with silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and Code. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures. 
• Ability to work independently. 
• Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Time management skills. 

Working Conditions:

• Exercise caution, as the environment presents many naturally occurring hazards. 
• Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment). 
• Employee may be exposed to uncomfortable work settings such as cold or hot weather outdoors; may have combinations of standing, crouching, or sitting throughout the day. 
• Must be able to carry and move equipment and/or supplies in excess of 40 pounds. 
• Fast-paced environment. 
• Overtime as required. 

Contacts:

• Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team, the Inventory and Materials Supervisors, and Production and Plant Management.