Material Handler

About Orbia:

Orbia Advance Corporation is a Purpose-led company with big aspirations. We are out to advance life around the world while maximising value to our shareholders, customers and employees. The Company is passionate about the topics that define how people will live and thrive tomorrow: the future of cities, buildings, agriculture, and materials. Orbia Advance Corporation has five business groups which offer innovative solutions across multiple industries including building and infrastructure, data communications, chemicals and more. In 2018, Orbia Advance Corporation bought a majority stake in Israeli-based Netafim, the world’s leader in drip irrigation, and is helping the world ‘grow more with less’ as it helps to solve food and water scarcity. Orbia Advance Corporation has operations in 41 countries with more than 22,000 employees.

We started as a producer of commodities and have evolved to become a provider of innovative solutions that address the global issues of rapid urbanisation, water and food scarcity, and a growing and aging population. We’re already a global leader in Polymers, Fluor, Building & Infrastructure, Datacom, and Precision Irrigation. We have embarked on a CEO-led transformation, as part of our journey to become a truly purpose-led, future fit company.

Key Responsibilities/Requirements:

Dura-Line is hiring a Material Handler in our manufacturing plant in St. Albert, Alberta to help oversee the production of high-quality products within the department. You will be responsible for supporting the production team, ensuring the required materials for each line are drawn from appropriate locations and set up, monitored, and made available throughout the production period or shift. You will also assist and support the Shipping group with Shipping/Receiving tasks as needed.

We are looking for team players, those who value working in a diverse environment, those committed to safety, and set the example with a positive mindset.

Schedule: Currently 12-hour shift, starting at 645am (days) or 645pm (nights) and going till 700am or pm with a 4 on, 3 off one week; and 4 off, 3 on the next week. The rotation is per 2 weeks (Week 1 is Mon/Tues/Fri/Sat and Week 2 is Sun/Wed/Thur). Seasonal requirements may change this schedule based on operational/production capacity.

We have open positions for Days or Nights

SAFETY is priority!!! Safety Steel Toed Shoes are required (must be CSA approved). Shoe Reimbursement voucher provided upon start date.

Responsibilities and Requirements:

• 2-3 years’ experience in a Manufacturing/Warehouse/Shipping/Distribution environment

• 2+ years experience with Forklift, Counterbalance Forklift is preferred. Experience with Telehandler forklift is an asset.

• High school diploma or GED is desired

• Ability to read and understand work instructions and safety documents

• Responsible for ensuring the required materials for each line are drawn from appropriate locations and set up, monitored, and made available throughout the production period or shift

• Prepare load and unload shipments as required

• Assist with inventory control and warehouse organization

• Organize staging and setup of materials as per Yard Coordinator’s instruction

• Fulfill orders by packaging necessary materials and preparing them for shipment

• Store materials in designated storage locations and appropriate areas.

• Ability to perform activities such as swamping, securing dunnage to decks, physical movement of boxes and bags, etc.

• Provide accurate documentation to Shipping/Receiving team for processing.

• Inspect all inbound and outbound shipments for damage.

• Ability to safely operate forklift and other related lift equipment to support shipping, receiving, feeding production lines, clearing production lines and other work areas

• Assist with weekly/monthly/yearly cycle counts.

• Coordinate with the production team to ensure required materials are staged for an upcoming production

• Safely use basic hand and power tools

• Follow safety procedures and report potentially unsafe conditions – SAFETY ALWAYS

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor to facilitate business demands

Working conditions:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without reasonable assistance

• Ability to move from one area to another by stepping over and/or bending under objects

• Mobility sufficient to allow frequent entrance and exits from lift truck

• Ability to work outside during inclement weather

• Non-climate controlled facility

The compensation for this position will typically start at $26.00 per hour. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity.

The compensation package may also include short and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a deferred retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home.”

We thank everyone for their interest, but due to the volume of resumes received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Our Global brands: Dura-Line, Koura Global, Vestolit, Netafim, Alphagary, Wavin.

They offer a broad range of value-added solutions and finished products that contribute to customers’ success and ultimate improve the quality of life for people around the world. Along its commitment to good citizenship, Orbia Advance Corporation delivers Total Value to customers, employees and investors worldwide, every day .

All employees are subject to a pre-employment Background Check and employment is contingent upon successful clearance results .

Orbia is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, encouraging diversity in the workplace. Canadian experience is not required. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the People Team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on any characteristic protected by applicable law.

The salary range for this position is stated above and this posting is for an existing vacancy.

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