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Powell People Solving Tough Problems

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and Field Service, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we appreciate our employees by providing a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton, (EDE) location, the Material Handler - Shipping and Receiving will report to the Senior Manufacturing Supervisor. The Material Handler - Shipping and Receiving will be responsible for loading and un-loading material, moving, handling, and organizing all incoming and outgoing materials.

Essential Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and take direction from Senior Material Handler
• Perform physical movement of materials from one area to another using handcarts, forklifts, cranes or pallet jacks.
• Prepares goods and materials for PCR/E-House department, including: staging, loading, and documentation.
• Ensure all received materials are organized and distributed to the correct personnel or placed production areas.
• Removes surplus material and product after tasks are complete and places back in storage or disposes in trash.
• Monitors all shop trash and trash bins, empties or places trash into large Bin located outside.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all material and inventory supplies in the PCR/E-House production area.
• Work with co-workers, supervisors, and planners to ensure all material is delivered on time.
• Promote a safety culture and attend all safety meetings.
• Ensure quality by following standard work instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.
• Other duties as required.

Core Competencies

• High level of self-motivation and initiative with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.
• Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.
• Able to work effectively within your team and around other departments and their activities.
• Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.

Qualifications

• Minimum education level of a High School Diploma is required.
• Minimum 1+ years of Material Handling experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic level computer skills in MS Office; including Excel experience.
• Valid forklift certification with a minimum of 1-2 years’ or prior experience.
• Overhead crane experience or certificate is considered an asset.
• Valid CSTS 2020 certificate.
• Due to the safety sensitive nature of this position successful candidates will undergo pre-employment testing.

Work Authorization: This is a permanent position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of hire. Immigration sponsorship is not typically available and will be considered only where supported by business needs and applicable legal requirements.

Working Conditions

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.
• Required to wear personnel protective equipment at all times (., hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses and respirators) when required.
• Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders and all size extension ladders).

Physical Requirements

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner continuously.
• Continuous standing, walking 50-300 foot distances for long periods of time with only occasional sitting.
• Able to frequently look over shoulders, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.
• Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force continuously up to 50lbs.
• Ability to use hand tools, such as: tin snips, hammer, and power tools (some vibrating), for long periods of time with frequent repetition.

Who we are

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary, and Montreal.

Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer’s needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

Your Partner in Safety

Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.

#LI-ML1Powell People Solving Tough Problems

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing, Field & Valve Servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we appreciate our employees by providing a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton, (EDE) location, the Material Handler will report to the Material Control Manager of Manufacturing. The Material Handler will be responsible for loading, un-loading, moving, handling, and organizing all incoming and outgoing parts and shipments.

Essential Responsibilities


Perform physical movement of materials from one area to another using handcarts, forklifts, cranes or pallet Jacks.


Picks parts /products for shipments ensuring accuracy of identification and quantity.


Fill kits and deliver to production as required.


Ensure all shipment contents are confirmed to records and invoices of the order and that all material is accounted for.


Prepares goods for shipment, including staging, loading, and documentation.


Ensure all received materials are organized and distributed to the correct personnel or placed storage areas.


Maintain cleanliness and organization of all shipping and receiving areas, storage rooms and inventory supply areas.


Work with co-workers, supervisors, and planners to ensure all material is delivered on time.


Promote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.


Ensure quality by following standard work instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.


Ensure work area remains clean and well organized.


Other duties as required.



Job Requirements

Core Competencies


High level of self-motivation and initiative with the ability to work well under pressure.


Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.


Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.


Able to work effectively within your team and around other departments and their activities.


Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.

Qualifications


Minimum education level of a High School Diploma is required.


Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a Shipping and Receiving environment.


Basic level computer skills in MS Office products.


Must have valid forklift certification with a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience.


Safety certifications are an asset for the position.

Who we are

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing, valve servicing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Edmonton, Acheson, Vancouver, Calgary, Redwater, Fort McMurray, Lloydminster, Montreal and Saskatoon.

Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer’s needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

Your Partner in Safety

Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.

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