Packaging firm in aurora is seeking qualified Forklift Driver/Material Handlers to join our team.
Qualified candidates must be able to work 12-hour rotating continental shifts.
Responsible for:
• Moving products and material by hand or with basic material handling equipment
• Following and complying with management
• Move all plastic totes to the WIP area
• Print tickets for totes in ERP system as required • Assist in coverage for breaks as required
• Assist set-up techs to expedite tooling changes and learn the process
• Grinding of scrap material
• Housekeeping activities
Skills and Education:
• Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent
• Must have forklift certification (propane and/or electric) and a minimum of 3 years of experience in material handling
• Basic math
• Must be able to follow instructions
• Must have attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Being able to maneuver in tight spaces
• Must be able to differentiate between colors and their shades
• Must have basic computer skills
• ERP or SAP experience an asset
• Must have warehousing and or manufacturing experience • Shipping and receiving experience an asset Soft Skills • Problem solving - the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully. • Interpersonal Skills - the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.
• Oral communication - the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, group presentations and meetings.
• Written Communication - the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information.
• Planning/organizing - the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans. Material Handler December 2025
• Quality control - the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability - the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability - the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and security - the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly. Other Job Requirements
• Must be able to speak, read and write English
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to sit, stand/walk for long periods of time
• Able to work 12-hour rotating continental shifts Working Conditions
• Standing/driving for long periods of time (12 hours/shift)
• Must have full range of motion
• Rotating continental shifts
• Bending, twisting and lifting up to 25 pounds
• Handling heavy load
