Material Handler

Sexton Family of Companies; Prince George; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Material Handler to join their dynamic team. This role involves assisting delivery drivers and ensuring safe, damage-free deliveries while operating equipment like forklifts and articulated truck mounted booms. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating effective communication and teamwork. With a commitment to safety and a supportive culture, this company offers a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow their careers in a positive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

Profit sharing

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• GED required with at least one year of heavy lifting experience.
• Class 5 driver's license is an asset for operating vehicles.
• Ability to lift up to 110 lbs repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Assist delivery drivers in making safe and damage-free deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safe work practices.
• Handle heavy lifting in a fast-paced work environment.

Skills

Heavy lifting experience

Class 5 driver’s license

Fall restraint training

Customer Service training

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

GED (Grade 12)

Tools

Forklifts

Articulated truck mounted booms

Conveyors

Job description

With over 50 years of history, we offer you a bright future.

Are you looking for a company with a great culture, where you can make a difference and have a long career? If so, Kenroc is looking for you.

Kenroc is a well-established specialty building materials supplier, with 14 locations throughout Western Canada. We have many career opportunities, a positive culture and a focus on safety.

We value our team members and strive to create a supportive and engaging environment. We offer a variety of incentives including competitive wages, professional development opportunities, a strong safety culture and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, pension, and profit sharing.

Kenrocis proud to operate as a drug-free workplace.

Position Summary

All members of the Kenrocteam will demonstrate respect and ethical conduct, will work safely, provide excellent customer service, and will work with the team to support superior performance in the achievement of both individual and company goals.

Reporting to the Operational Leader, a Material Handlers primary responsibility is to assist Company delivery drivers in making safe and damage free deliveries. Deliveries may require the operation of equipment such as articulated truck mounted booms, forklifts and/or conveyors. A Material handler will be authorized to operate such equipment providing required licensing, certification or training has been met. As an ambassador of the Company, the material handler is required to conduct themself in a professional manner, including a willingness to work collaboratively and respectfully with customers and team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Understands and ensures consistent compliance with company policy, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Understands the basics of load securement, working around equipment, and the roll of the material handler in the delivery process.
• To repeatedly handle heavy lifting and carrying in a fast-paced work environment.
• Safely uses delivery tools and equipment.
• Efficiently completes internal safety documentation with a keen attention to detail.
• Takes direction well, able to produce quality work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.

As a member of the KenrocTeam, employees may be requested to contribute to duties outside of the role’s main scope of responsibilities as per required qualifications, licensing, and safety certifications.

Skills & Qualifications

• GED (Grade 12) and at least one (1) year of heavy lifting experience is required.
• Class 5 driver’s license is an asset, proof of which will be required prior to being authorized to operate a Company Class 5 vehicle.
• Fall restraint and/or Customer Service training is an asset.
• Repetitively lift up to 110 lbs.
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively with the delivery team, vendors and customers.
• Work collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a respectful and ethical manner.

Pre-employment Conditions

• Consent to and pass a pre-employment drug test (Policy C-14 - Substance and Alcohol Abuse Prevention).

Kenroc is an equal opportunity employer who values cultural diversity, and we are committed to providing career opportunities and work-life balance options for our dedicated workforce.

Thank you for your interest in our organization! Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted in the near future.