Material Handler

Weldco-Beales Manufacturing Group; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Employee Assistance Program

Pension plan with 3% match

Education & apprenticeship support

Job summary

Weldco-Beales Manufacturing is seeking a Material Handler to move parts and products between departments and support efficient production schedules. You will frequently operate a forklift and other mobile equipment under supervision of Foreman and Lead Hand.

The role requires a high school diploma, and a background in manufacturing (1 year preferred) with forklift/crane experience. Strong reading of blueprints and good communication are important in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; equivalent education considered.
• One year of manufacturing experience is an asset.
• Forklift, crane and rigging experience or certification preferred.
• Knowledge of safety practices and production flow.

Responsibilities

• Move parts and finished products between departments to support production schedules.
• Read and interpret blueprints to sort parts correctly and follow work orders.
• Maintain organized work areas, tag and locate parts, and operate forklift/crane equipment.

Skills

Read blueprints

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Job description

Your professional future matters. At Weldco-Beales Manufacturing, we care as much about your future as we do about our own. That’s why we’re always: Searching for top talent; Striving for new heights; and Succeeding in creating a dynamic work environment. Everything you bring to the table, we want it. We want to watch you grow and thrive alongside WBM.

Who Are We?

In operation for 80 years, Weldco-Beales Manufacturing is proudly a 100% Inuvialuit-owned company. We put three things ahead of all else: our people, our quality, and our safety. We produce heavy equipment attachments for construction, forestry, mining, scrap recycling, and resource industries throughout Canada, the USA, and internationally. Joining our team means committing to excellence, while receiving industry-leading employee experience. We’ll stand behind you as you strive for success and promote the ideals of WBM.

Reporting to the General Foreman, the Material Handler’s role is to move parts and products between departments, to enable an efficient flow of job orders, and production schedules are met. The employee will be frequently on the forklift and using other mobile equipment.

Responsibilities, Duties and Tasks

Working under the direction and supervision of the Foreman and Lead Hand, your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities, Duties and Tasks

Workplace Safety

• Practices safety in the work place at all times to ensure he or she does not endanger oneself or others
• Complies with all safety rules and practices as set by Occupational Health and Safety, WBM and any and all other relevant safety regulations and requirements

Customer Service

• Follows verbal instructions or reads specifications to thoroughly understand the project before commencing any work order
• Ensures the project meets the full satisfaction of the customer, within the time span expected
• Completes the project carefully, without unnecessarily wasting material and/or resources

Operational Duties

• Read and interpret blue prints to ensure the correct parts are sorted appropriately
• Follow work order directions and instructions given by supervisor
• Maintain and organize areas, tag parts, store and locate parts
• Move parts and finished products to/from departments
• Operate forklift, jib/overhead crane to facilitate movement of parts/products
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Note: Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Education

• High school diploma

Experience

• One year of experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset
• Forklift, crane & rigging experience and/or certification is preferred

Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of safety practices
• Knowledge of production flow and efficiencies

Skills

• Strong ability to read blue prints, understand work orders and directions
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written, clear and concise
• Interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively and cooperatively with others
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills

Our employees are the lifeblood of WBM. We offer the following benefits to help you be the best version of yourself:

• Multiple schedule options with shorter work weeks
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Pension Plan with 3% company matching
• Education and apprenticeship support including EI top-up payments
• A workplace the prides itself on safety, cleanliness, respect, and results.

Rewards:

• monthly incentive program with monetary rewards
• service awards in 5-year increments
• company/team events
• personal growth
• career advancement opportunities

Vacancy Status:

This position is currently vacant and available for immediate hire.

Due to safety considerations and the physically demanding nature of the role, successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment medical evaluation upon hiring. Passing the Level 1 fitness test on your first attempt is a bona fide occupational requirement (BFOR).

Just a Quick Heads-Up!

To help us keep things moving and make sure we give every application a fair look, we may use a little help from AI during the initial resume screening process. It’s just a tool to help us match your experience with the role. No AI is making big decisions in this very human-centric process!

Real people are still very much part of every step, especially when it comes to interviews and final decisions. If you ever have questions or need any kind of accommodation along the way, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re happy to help!

Weldco Companies is a subsidiary of IDC (Inuvialuit Development Corporation) and is 100% Inuvialuit owned. Weldco provides Employment and Career Development opportunities for its beneficiaries and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, Weldco’s goal is for our employees to be as diverse as our products. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require accommodation at any point throughout this process we will work with you to meet your needs.

Applications for this position may be kept on file for twelve months and may be considered for future positions within Weldco or IDC. Your interest in Weldco is appreciated. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.