Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

This role focuses on safely handling materials in a production environment, supporting the paint and blasting departments, and maintaining a clean and organized shop. You start with general labour tasks and receive training in the blasting department, with opportunities to develop skills in industrial painting and sandblasting.

Responsibilities

• Operate an overhead crane to safely move materials within the shop.
• Mask and tape products to prepare them for painting by the paint crew.
• Perform general shop housekeeping, including sweeping floors and emptying garbage as needed.
• Stock materials upon arrival and ensure they are stored in the appropriate locations.
• Lubricate studs and perform minor touch-up painting as required.
• Assist with shipping and receiving tasks, including loading, unloading, and organizing products.
• Use power tools and general production equipment to support daily operations.
• Package and pick materials according to production and shipping requirements.
• Clear doorways of snow and maintain safe access points to the facility.
• Train in the blasting department and support blasting operations once training is complete.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working in a production environment.
• Collaborate with the foreman and team members to complete tasks efficiently and support overall production goals.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate an overhead crane safely.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Ability to work 8–10 hour shifts as required.
• Experience with general labour tasks such as loading, packaging, picking, and general production work.
• Basic experience with shipping and receiving processes.
• Comfort using power tools in an industrial setting.
• Strong focus on safety, organization, and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn blasting and industrial painting processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift experience.
• Previous experience in industrial painting.
• Previous sandblasting experience.
• Prior experience in a production environment using overhead cranes.
• Interest in long-term employment and developing skills under the guidance of experienced foremen.

Why Work Here?

You join a supportive and collaborative team that invests in developing the next generation of skilled employees. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental coverage, disability coverage (short and long term), life insurance, and RRSP matching starting from 3–5%. You can enjoy a positive workplace culture with annual holiday events, regular staff lunches, and semi-annual barbecues that foster team connection and appreciation.

Work Environment

This is a full-time role in a manufacturing shop environment, typically scheduled Monday to Friday from 6:00 . to 2:30 .

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nisku, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.08/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nisku,AB.

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.