Material Handler

Modine Manufacturing Company; Calgary; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Modine Manufacturing Company is seeking a Material Handler Leadhand in Calgary, Alberta. The role focuses on guiding junior material handlers, safely operating forklifts and machinery, and maintaining accurate stock records.

You will support shipment readiness, inventory tracking, and cross‑department collaboration. Experience in manufacturing, strong communication, and adherence to safety regulations are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing environment is required (asset).
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations (e.g., OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery safely and efficiently.
• Load, unload, move, sort, count, weigh and pack/unpack materials.
• Maintain accurate stock records and perform cycle counts.
• Pull, pack, and stage orders for shipment with accuracy.
• Lead junior material handlers and train teammates when needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Overhead crane

MS Office

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Job description

At Modine, we are engineering a cleaner, healthier world. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 13,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (USA), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit www.modine.com.

Position Description

As a Material Handler Leadhand, you will be accountable to:

• Guide, motivate, and train junior material handlers; lead by example in performing tasks.
• Load, unload, move, sort, count, weigh, and pack/unpack materials using hand tools or equipment.
• Maintain accurate stock records, track shortages, perform cycle counts, and report needs to supervisors.
• Pull, pack, and stage orders for shipment, ensuring accuracy.
• Verify incoming/outgoing deliveries, inspect equipment, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and maintain a clean work area.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery safely and efficiently.
• Report issues, track inventory, and collaborate with other departments.
• Compliance with health and safety

Key Responsibilities

• Forklift operator experience (preferred)
• Overhead crane experience (preferred)
• Computer skills / Microsoft Office
• Previous experience in manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Physical stamina, strength, and coordination.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to take direction and lead others.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of safety regulations (e.g., OSHA).

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.