Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler
Job Description

The Material Handler works primarily in a clean production environment, ensuring that materials and finished products move efficiently between wash, CNC production, assembly, staging, and storage areas. This role combines physical material handling with accurate digital tracking in Excel and warehouse management software to keep inventory and production flows up to date.

Responsibilities

• Work mostly in the clean room and surrounding production areas to support daily manufacturing operations.
• Receive products from the wash area after machining and move finished pallets and skids to the appropriate storage locations.
• Place parts into designated racks and accurately update inventory and location details using Excel spreadsheets.
• Use Epicor or similar warehouse management software to record and update production movements digitally, not only physically moving stock.
• Operate reach trucks approximately 50% of the time to store boxes, skids, and materials safely and efficiently.
• Move materials between the wash area, assembly, CNC production, and staging areas according to production needs.
• Review the production schedule regularly to understand upcoming material requirements and priorities.
• Communicate proactively with shippers to coordinate the movement and staging of materials for outgoing orders.
• Coordinate with the afternoon shift supervisor to determine which materials need to be moved, staged, or left for the next shift.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when handling materials and updating digital records.
• Follow all safety procedures while operating material handling equipment and working on the production floor.
• Contribute to a clean, organized, and efficient work area within the manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience operating reach trucks and counterbalance forklifts in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.
• Valid external reach truck and counterbalance forklift license.
• Experience using RF scanners for picking and material tracking.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members across shifts.
• High attention to detail when handling materials and updating digital records.
• Proficiency with Excel and strong overall computer skills, with the ability to learn new software and SKU systems quickly.
• Experience with SAP or other warehouse management software; familiarity with Epicor is an asset.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing 50 lbs or more on a regular basis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is an asset.
• Comfort working in a clean room or clean production area.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks based on production schedules.
• Strong sense of ownership and reliability in completing assigned tasks.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and systems.

Why Work Here?

You will join a well-established manufacturing organization that offers full-time, stable employment and a supportive, family-oriented culture. The company provides medical and dental coverage, two weeks of vacation, and sick leave in accordance with applicable employment standards. After six months, you become eligible to participate in a group pension program with a company contribution of 3.5%, supporting your long-term financial security. You will work with friendly colleagues in a clean, well-organized facility where teamwork and mutual support are valued.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing environment that is well lit, clean, and organized, including work in a clean room area on the production floor. The role involves frequent movement between wash, CNC production, assembly, and staging areas, as well as time in racking and storage zones. You will regularly operate reach and counterbalance forklifts, use RF scanners, and work with computer systems including Excel and warehouse management software such as Epicor. The atmosphere is friendly and has a family feel, with coworkers who support one another in meeting production goals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Mississauga, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mississauga,ON.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.