Material Handler

Fero International Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Health Benefits

Group Retirement Savings Program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Fero International Inc. in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a Material Handler to manage materials from arrival at the plant through to delivery to Production. You will ensure accurate receiving, storage by project, and alignment with replenishment rules.

The role emphasizes inventory integrity, teamwork with production, safety, and adherence to the company's standards. Experience with MS Office and forklift certification are assets; prior modular construction experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction materials and how they are stored.
• Ability to manage fluctuating workload and prioritize tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Organizational, time-management, and decision-making abilities.
• Experience with inventory systems and MS Office applications.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Modular construction experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Receive and track material; communicate arrivals and shortages; process receipts in the ERP.
• Store material by project.
• Transfer materials internally and track all movements.
• Provide material to the line per Picking List or Replenishment rules.
• Count and return extra material to general storage.
• Maintain inventory accuracy via spot and cycle counts; labeling and tagging.
• Remove waste materials from the production line.
• Maintain material handling equipment and daily checklists.
• Keep storage areas clean for safety and ease of use.
• Assist Production with movement of materials and modules as available.
• Assist Inventory Management with other duties.
• Assist all teammates as opportunities arise.
• Ensure business activities comply with Fero Code of Conduct.

Skills

Construction materials knowledge

Inventory management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Tools

SharePoint

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Forklift

Job description

Company Overview

Fero transforms how communities are built: delivering faster, smarter, and greener buildings tailored for the healthcare, educational, commercial/industrial, and residential sectors. We design and build community-oriented solutions, combining innovative industrialized construction processes with an industry-leading team, a people-first approach, and a state-of-the-art facility. Our goals are to accelerate industrialized construction globally and deliver impactful solutions that uplift communities.

Position Overview

As the material handler, you will be responsible for material from arrival at the plant until delivery to the users of the product. This includes material receipt process, storage, maintaining the accuracy of the inventory system, communicating availability of stock and providing material to Production.

Key Accountabilities

• Receipt of Material including tracking packing slips and communicating material arrival and shortages to involved parties and processing the received material in dynamics.
• Storage of material by project.
• Transfer materials internally and track all movements.
• Provide material to the line per Picking List or Replenishment rules based on project type.
• Count and return extra material from the line into general storage.
• Maintain inventory accuracy via spot counts and inventory cycle counts and maintaining labeling and tagging of material and skids.
• Remove prepared waste materials from the production line.
• Maintain material handling equipment including daily check lists and routine maintenance.
• Maintain cleanliness of storage workspaces for safety and ease of use.
• Assist Production with movement of materials and modules as availability allows.
• Additional duties as requested by Inventory Management.
• Assist all other teammates as opportunity allows.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Fero Code of Business Conduct.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction materials.
• Ability to manage a fluctuating workload and set priorities to meet deadlines and maintain a positive and collaborative relationship with the production team.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate organizational, time-management and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of an inventory system and MS Office applications (including SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) will be an asset.
• Forklift certification and experience will be preferred.
• Previous modular construction experience will be an asset.

Physical Requirements

• Must stand for long periods, with frequent lifting up to 50lbs.
• Able to work in all weather conditions including outdoors.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling, lifting, tight spaces and ladder use.
• Working at heights.
• Wearing PPE such as safety boots, safety vest, safety glasses and gloves.

Competencies for Success

• Communication skills: ability to ask questions and interact with others.
• Critical thinking: ability to problem solve, able to follow direction and work independently or with a team.
• Curious: willingness to learn
• Resilient: quick to look for ways to solve or improve a situation, Adaptable to various workflows.

Join Fero and Build Your Future

At Fero, we believe your career should be more than a job—it should be a journey of growth and opportunity. We offer an environment where continuous learning and professional development go hand-in-hand with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and programs designed to support your overall wellbeing.

Our Company Perks!

• Full Health Benefits
• Group Retirement Savings Program
• Opportunity for meaningful growth, both personally and professionally, where your unique background and experience is welcomed and valued
• Other benefits in alignment with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (Liuna 837)

Diversity and Inclusion Matter to Us

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Guided by the Ontario Human Rights Code, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds and encourage applications from underrepresented communities. Your unique perspective helps us innovate and thrive.

Accessibility for All

Fero is dedicated to meeting the goals of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We ensure timely accommodations and an inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require any assistance during the application process, simply let your recruiter know—we’re here to help.

AI Disclosure Statement

As part of our recruitment process, we use AI-enabled tools to assist with tasks such as screening applications and assessing job-related qualifications. These tools are designed to support efficiency and fairness; however, all hiring decisions are reviewed and confirmed by human recruiters to ensure accuracy and equity.