Material Handler

Position: Material Handler (Fixed-Term)
## Material Handler (Fixed-Term)
Apply locations:
CA
- Clarkson
- Plant (EXT):
CA
- Clarkson
- Office time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-57219

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a
** Material Handler**! This role is a 3-month contract (90 days) based at our extrusion plant in Mississauga, ON, with the possibility of extension based on business needs and performance.#

Job Summary # The Material Handler is responsible for measuring, inspecting, and packaging finished products to ensure they are ready for distribution. This role reports to the Production Manager. As the employee gains knowledge and experience, additional responsibilities may be introduced. On-the-job training is provided, so prior experience is not required.
** Address**: 2441 Royal Windsor Drive, Mississauga, ON L5J 4C7 (View on google maps)
** Work Type**: 3-month Contract | Full-Time
** Work Schedule**: 12-hour rotational continental shift schedule (Days: 8am - 8pm, Nights: 8pm - 8am)
** Salary**: $24.38/hour + night shift premium (where applicable)# Responsibilities
* Operate mobile material handling equipment used for the packaging of finished product into crates or bundles
* Identify all processing problems on all equipment and report them to the Shift Supervisor responsible.
* Measure and record dimensional and physical properties of the product at predetermined periods of time
* Ensure all material storage areas, scrap storage areas and pipe storage areas are maintained in an orderly and clean manner.
* Assist in the movement and setting up of equipment into or out of the production areas.
* Assist in the startup of a production line and manufacture product to the required external and internal specifications.
* Building and packing pipe crates.
* Perform a variety of other tasks as assigned# Requirements
* Completion of high school diploma or practical equivalent.
* Experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset
* Experience with plastic extrusion is a strong asset
* Knowledge of Health and Safety practices is necessary.
* Good communication skills both written and verbal.
* Must be flexible to work a bi-weekly rotating day and night shift schedule# Working Conditions Incumbent spends almost 100% of their time in the plant environment requiring varying degrees of considerable physical labor, lifting, pulling, and pushing heavy objects (50-75 lbs.), standing and walking covers majority of the work. Personal safety is affected by exposure to heat, dust, noise levels and the use of equipment such as sharp blades.

Moderate amount of sensory attention is required. Limited control of work pace and unexpected workflow brings considerable stresses to this position. The incumbent understands, respects, and adheres to the workplace Health and Safety rules and Safe Work Practices.
* IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs.

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