Material Handler Job Calgary area,Alberta Canada,Manufacturing / Production

SCOPE OF POSITION

The Stockkeeper / Material Handler reports to the Shift Supervisor and is responsible for ensuring the continuous flow of material throughout the production process. This role includes supplying raw materials to production lines, transferring finished goods from production to shipping, assisting production crews with put-ups, and maintaining Work-in-Progress (WIP) and core cutter areas. The Stockkeeper / Material Handler also acts as a relief operator on Class 7 production lines as required.

This position requires the safe operation of forklift equipment, the accurate use of QAD and Redzone systems, and a consistent commitment to workplace safety, housekeeping, and cleanliness standards.

Within the limits of applicable policies, procedures and established plans, this role has the authority to take action and make decisions. The assignment of work or delegation of responsibility does not relinquish responsibility for results. Performance will be measured by the extent to which the responsibilities have been fulfilled.

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily operation of all material handling equipment with valid Hood Packaging licence

Maintains all work-in-process (WIP) areas – including warehouse, extrusion, press and converting - to ensure a clean, safe, and organized environment

Ensure FIFO is used for all stock material including rolls, pallets, masterbatch, etc.

Identifies and brings forward any orphan rolls

Supplies all departments with raw materials including rolls, masterbatch, pallets, pallet covers, etc.

Accountable for the core cutter area including cutting cores, housekeeping and maintaining stock

Assists all crews with preparing pallets to be delivered to shipping and moving from the lines

Moves any non-dispositioned, red-tagged product to the appropriate NC area

Assists with maintaining the NC area by moving dispositioned product to the appropriate area

Trained relief operator for both 405 and 603 production lines

Other duties as required or assigned

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Frequent contact with Operations Manager, Supervisors and Operations associates

Regular contact with Warehouse Supervisor, Shipping Lead hand and Shippers

Regular contact with other departments

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Read and understand the Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

Practice and encourage safe work behavior

Understand the procedure of reporting all accidents and near misses

Understand the safety features of all material handling equipment

Understand and follow the food, safety, quality and department procedures

Understand and perform good housekeeping practices continuously

Read and understand a work order

Communicate to supervisor if unable to work shift for any reason.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Continuous standing

Frequent walking, lifting, carrying, pulling and pushing 10 lbs to 50 lbs

Frequently reaching above shoulders, at shoulder height and below shoulders while preparing pallets of finished goods material

Occasional bending, kneeling, twisting, crouching / stooping, climbing

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Fast-paced production environment, focused on safety, teamwork and quality

QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION EXPERIENCE & OTHER SKILLS

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Experience

2 plus years of related experience

Other Skills

Ability to manage shifting priorities and meet deadlines

Organizational, communication, and attention to detail skills required

Ability to operate forklift

Computer literacy required

Continental 12 hours shifts. 2 days on 2 days off and every other weekend. Switch to nights every two weeks


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