Material Handler and Forklift Driver

Support Center - Canada The Material Handler is responsible for accurately and promptly transporting materials to/from workstations and racks, utilizing forklifts, carts and pallet jacks; while following safety rules, meeting productivity standards and achieving attendance requirements.

Major Activities•

Handling of Goods and Materials

Transports goods to production and bin location

Loads/off-loads materials for use in production

Puts raw materials and packaging supplies in proper inventory location

Meets or exceeds productivity standards set by management

Quality

Alerts management of issues or discrepancies

Participates in physical inventories and cycle counts

Safety & Organization

Maintains a clean work area for safe and efficient operation

Inspects equipment as required to ensure safety and accuracy

Follows all safety requirements for machine operation

Wears appropriate safety equipment at all times

Provides support to other production teams or functions, as needed

Minimum Education ​

High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent

Minimum Type of experience the job requires ​

Pallet jack experience

Other

Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English fluently

Must have general, verbal, and numerical intelligence, including reading and matching of numerical sequences

Ability to accurately read a tape measure and ruler; accurately read calipers

Knowledge of RF scan gun preferred

Preferred Special Certifications or technical skills ​

forklift experience

Preferred Type of experience the job requires ​

1 year experience in manufacturing

Physical Requirements

Constantly stand and frequently walk

Frequently bend from waist and twist

Constantly lift up to 30lbs/13.6kgs and occasionally lift up to 50lbs/23.6kgs from floor to overhead

Occasionally reach horizontally and overhead

Constantly push/pull using total body and upper extremities, from floor to overhead, and occasionally reach horizontally

Feel with the touch of the fingers

Constantly grasp, carry, and push with both hands

Constantly move arms, hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, or move/transport objects

Review physical requirements matrix for all requirements

Work Environment

High noise levels and moving machinery

Work environment is not climate-controlled and subject to dust and high/low temperatures

Must be able to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Les postulants du Canada et des États-Unis doivent répondre aux exigences fédérales, provinciales et locales pour le poste.

At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at and . The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative.

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At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit .

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all
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