Material Handler

Your professional future matters. At Weldco-Beales Manufacturing, we care as much about your future as we do about our own. That’s why we’re always:
Searching for top talent;
Striving for new heights; and Succeeding in creating a dynamic work environment. Everything you bring to the table, we want it. We want to watch you grow and thrive alongside WBM.

Who Are We?

In operation for 80 years, Weldco-Beales Manufacturing is proudly a 100% Inuvialuit-owned company. We put three things ahead of all else: our people, our quality, and our safety. We produce heavy equipment attachments for construction, forestry, mining, scrap recycling, and resource industries throughout Canada, the USA, and internationally. Joining our team means committing to excellence, while receiving industry-leading employee experience. We’ll stand behind you as you strive for success and promote the ideals of WBM.

Reporting to the General Foreman, the Material Handler’s role is to move parts and products between departments, to enable an efficient flow of job orders, and production schedules are met. The employee will be frequently on the forklift and using other mobile equipment.

Working under the direction and supervision of the Foreman and Lead Hand, your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities, Duties and Tasks

• Practices safety in the work place at all times to ensure he or she does not endanger oneself or others
• Complies with all safety rules and practices as set by Occupational Health and Safety, WBM and any and all other relevant safety regulations and requirements

• Follows verbal instructions or reads specifications to thoroughly understand the project before commencing any work order
• Ensures the project meets the full satisfaction of the customer, within the time span expected
• Completes the project carefully, without unnecessarily wasting material and/or resources

• Read and interpret blue prints to ensure the correct parts are sorted appropriately
• Follow work order directions and instructions given by supervisor
• Maintain and organize areas, tag parts, store and locate parts
• Move parts and finished products to/from departments
• Operate forklift, jib/overhead crane to facilitate movement of parts/products
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Note:
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Education

• High school diploma

Experience

• One year of experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset
• Forklift, crane & rigging experience and/or certification is preferred

Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of safety practices
• Knowledge of production flow and efficiencies

Skills

• Strong ability to read blue prints, understand work orders and directions
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written, clear and concise
• Interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively and cooperatively with others
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills

Our employees are the lifeblood of WBM. We offer the following benefits to help you be the best version of yourself:

• Multiple schedule options with shorter work weeks
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Pension Plan with 3% company matching
• Education and apprenticeship support including EI top-up payments
• A workplace the prides itself on safety, cleanliness, respect, and results.

Rewards:

• monthly incentive program with monetary rewards
• service awards in 5-year increments
• company/team events
• personal growth
• career advancement opportunities

Vacancy Status:

This position is currently vacant and available for immediate hire.

Due to safety considerations and the physically demanding nature of the role, successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment medical evaluation upon hiring. Passing the Level 1 fitness test on your first attempt is a bona fide occupational requirement (BFOR).

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