Material Handler

Univar Solutions; Alliston; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Univar Solutions Canada Ltd, located at 4700 Industrial Pkwy, Alliston, Ontario, is hiring a site technician. You will train as back-up in HazMat 1 & 2, safely handle and manage hazardous and non-hazardous products, and operate the Styrofoam Densifier along with other equipment.

You’ll perform inspections and assist with plant-wide projects in a safety-minded, team environment. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Good mechanical skills and ability to understand machinery.
• Ability to operate all available equipment in accordance with procedures.

Responsibilities

• Training as back-up in HazMat’s 1 & 2.
• Proper handling and management of flammable, hazardous, and non-hazardous products and wastes as scheduled or required.
• Monitor and remove all flammable, hazardous, and non-hazardous products and waste from line side and move to designated areas.
• Operate Machinery (Styrofoam Densifier).
• Perform inspections and record-keeping tasks (Waste Location, Area, Pre-Shift).
• Support Facilities Projects and Innovations.
• Focusing on Skid Reclaim/Collection plant-wide.
• Sort in Plant 2 Compactor Room per HCM’s Circular Recycling Process.
• Collect Kevlar products from stamping and welds.
• Collect Ricoh Toner Cartridges.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reading labels & SOPs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Cushman

Job description

A Place Where People Matter.

Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you.

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Site Manager, your general responsibilities include

• Training as back-up in HazMat’s 1 & 2
• Proper handling and management of flammable, hazardous, and non-hazardous products and wastes as scheduled or required.
• Monitor and remove all flammable, hazardous, and non-hazardous products and waste from line side and move to designated areas.
• Operation of Machinery (Styrofoam Densifier)
• Responsible for inspections and record keeping, which includes: Waste Location Inspections, Area Inspections, Pre-Shift Inspections.
• Other special assignments or tasks as requested.(E.g. Shutdown)
• Focusing on Skid Reclaim/Collection plant-wide
• Plant 2 Compactor Room Sorting as to HCM’s Circular Recycling Process
• Collection of Kevlar Products from Stamping and Welds
• Collection of Ricoh Toner Cartridges
• Support of Facilities Projects and Innovations

What you’ll need:

• Good mechanical skills for understanding how machinery works, and being able to safely apply knowledge, if required.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to operate all available equipment (forklift, Cushman, etc.) in adherence with training procedures and company policies.
• Proven ability to thrive in a team-based organization, be detail oriented, and enjoy continuous learning.
• Ability to work 6:00am to 2:30pm, or 6:30am - 3pm, Monday to Friday.
• Positive attitude, enthusiasm to complete tasks, and willingness to contribute to a successful team.
• Good written, mechanical, computer and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail skills
• Good reading skills for understanding labels and standard operating procedures

Where you’ll work:

Univar Solutions Canada Ltd

4700 Industrial Pkwy, Alliston, ON L9R 1A2, Canada

Pay and benefits:

This position is currently vacant. The annual expected salary range for this position is $50,000 - $55,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

What you can expect:

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews
• Competitive pay and benefits

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].