Material handler Jobs in Richmond, BC

We are currently seeking a diligent, safety-minded, and detail-oriented Material Handler to join a dedicated manufacturing & logistics team in Delta, British Columbia. In this critical operational role, you will be working on behalf of our client, a leader in the aerospace sector, specifically focusing on logistics, inventory support, and aircraft engine parts handling.

This is a unique opportunity to secure a unionized, fixed-term permanent position for a duration of 4 months, offering highly competitive compensation and structured day shifts that promote an exceptional work-life balance.

Your primary mission as a Material Handler will be to manage, categorize, and relocate crucial scrap and aircraft engine materials between the main manufacturing facility and a nearby hangar, which is located less than a five-minute drive away. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in structured, fast-paced, and highly regulated manufacturing & logistics settings where precision and compliance are paramount. Because the workplace is unionized, you will enjoy a clear, organized environment with set guidelines that support your day-to-day operational success.

Position: Fixed permanent term for 4 months
Title: Material Handler
Location: Delta, BC
Pay Rate: $29.91/hour
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Shift TIme: 6:15 AM - 2:15 PM (subject to change to rotating 2 weeks AM and 2 weeks PM based on needs)
Unionized position

For this Delta-based role, candidates must be prepared to navigate a comprehensive compliance and onboarding process. Due to the highly regulated and secure nature of our client's aerospace operations, successful candidates must complete a basic computer and administrative skills assessment, as well as clear an Export Compliance and Controlled Goods security screening prior to their start date.

Advantages
• Highly competitive pay rate of $29.91 per hour.
• Stable schedule providing an exceptional work-life balance.
• Secure, unionized environment offering a fixed-term permanent contract for 4 months.
• Dynamic and highly supportive manufacturing & logistics team environment with collaborative peers.
• Thorough, paid Day 1 onboarding and professional safety training to set you up for long-term success.
• Opportunity to build valuable operational experience working with high-value assets in the aerospace logistics sector.

Responsibilities
• Categorize, sort, and organize complex scrap materials and engine components to prepare them for processing and downstream logistics.
• Safely drive your reliable personal vehicle to commute between the main manufacturing facility and the nearby hangar to perform material handling duties at both sites.
• Safely operate essential material handling equipment, including manual and electric pallet jacks as well as Sit-Down Counterbalance (SDCB) and Stand-Up Counterbalance (SUCB) forklifts, to move goods within the buildings.
• Update tracking sheets, manage daily emails, and utilize the SAP ERP system to accurately document and track material movements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free warehouse workspace in compliance with strict manufacturing & logistics safety standards.
• Collaborate closely with team members and logistics supervisors to meet daily material processing and sortation targets.
• Participate in daily shift handovers and safety briefings to maintain operational alignment across the team.

Qualifications
• Must possess a reliable personal vehicle and a valid British Columbia Driver’s License, essential for daily transit between the main facility and the hangar.
• Prior experience or certification operating Sit-Down Counterbalance (SDCB) and Stand-Up Counterbalance (SUCB) forklifts is highly preferred.
• Comfort utilizing computers daily for data entry, emailing, and database navigation.
• Physical stamina and capability to stand, walk, bend, and lift industrial materials throughout a standard 8-hour shift.
• Successful completion of a basic computer and administrative skills assessment.
• Ability to pass Export Compliance and Controlled Goods Clearance, which requires providing a SIN Card/Letter, a valid Passport, and a Driver’s License.

Summary
Finding the perfect fit in the manufacturing & logistics sector can transform your professional life, and Randstad is here to guide you every step of the way. Our specialized recruiters are industry experts who understand the nuances of the industrial market, ensuring your talents are matched with the right employers. If you are ready to grow within a secure, rewarding warehouse setting, we encourage you to apply today!

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