Material Handler

Saskatchewan Liquor & Gaming Authority (SLGA); Regina; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Professional Development

Safety Training

Inclusive Culture

Benefits Package

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Liquor & Gaming Authority (SLGA) is seeking three self-motivated Material Handlers to support the Supply Chain and Distribution Branch in Regina. Roles include loading liquor products into outbound trailers, wrapping orders, counting inventory, and maintaining a clean breakage room.

Two schedule types are available: a weekly fixed 24-hour shift (Sun–Tue) and a flexible 8–32 hour per week shift with a three-week Sunday rotation. On-site with PPE provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment during high-traffic conditions.
• Ability to recognize safety risks and take steps to minimize them.
• Proven ability to organize and complete high-volume workloads within timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure orders are properly wrapped and packaged for shipment.
• Safely load liquor products into outbound trailers and trucks.
• Inspect and repair pallets and restack as needed.
• Handle damaged products and maintain breakage room.
• Record inventory statuses and verify deliveries match purchase orders.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely during loading.
• Perform pre-inspections of equipment to prevent lockouts.
• Backfill for Machine Operators when coverage is needed.

Skills

Safe operation of warehouse equipment

Recognize safety risks

Organize high-volume workloads

Tools

Powered Industrial Vehicles Certification

Walkie Rider

Sit-Down Counterbalance High Lift

Stand-Up Reach Truck

Job description

(3) Permanent Part-Time Material Handler

In-Scope Level 03

Supply Chain and Distribution Branch, Regina

Vacancy #17F27

The Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) is seeking 3 self-motivated and detail-oriented individuals to provide support as a Material Handler within the Supply Chain and Distribution Branch. We are hiring for two types of schedules – a weekly fixed position working Sunday, Monday and Tuesday (a total of 24 hours guaranteed with the potential for additional hours to meet operational requirements) AND/OR a variable flex position working 8 – 32 hours per week, including Sundays (This position requires availability for up to 32 hours weekly but guarantees a minimum of 8 hours on a continuous basis. Employees in this position are also required to work two out of every three Sundays as part of a three-week schedule rotation.)

These positions are required to work on-site, reporting to the Manager Outbound Logistics and supervised by the Outbound Logistics Supervisor or designate.

As a Material Handler, you are responsible for safely using the Walkie Rider. This involves picking cases and loading liquor products into semi-trucks and trailers to fulfil orders for liquor stores while maintaining quality assurance. Additionally, you are required to operate powered mobile equipment, count warehouse inventory, maintain warehouse security, and complete general housekeeping tasks.

Core Competencies (Job Family – Business Support)

• Accountability (Level A) – Takes responsibility for one’s own actions, behaviours, and commitments.
• Communication (Level A) – Clearly presents and receives information.
• Adaptability (Level A) – Responds positively to changing needs and conditions.
• Customer Service Excellence (Level A) – Responds to customer needs.
• Teamwork (Level A) – Participates in team or group activities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure orders are properly wrapped and packaged for shipment.
• Safely load liquor products into outbound trailers and trucks in a timely manner.
• Conducting inspection and executing basic repair of pallets such as reattaching boards and restacking if unrepairable.
• Safely handle damaged products, including recording, repackaging, and taking the unsellable units to the breakage room. Also, maintain the cleanliness of and organize the breakage room.
• Accurately record inventory statuses and ensure deliveries match purchase orders.
• Safely operate the warehouse equipment while loading liquor products for shipments.
• Conduct pre-inspections of warehouse equipment to identify any mechanical concerns which could result in a lockout.
• If trained, backfill for Machine Operators when coverage is needed to ensure optimal operation of the warehouse. Backfill dues may entail but are not limited to replenishments, clearing the r-dock, ensuring aisle 36 is properly stacked, and relief for impromptu meetings, coffee, or lunch breaks.
• Conduct general housekeeping dues as needed and any other dues assigned.

Required Technical Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment during stressful and/or high-traffic conditions and in tight spaces.
• Ability to recognize potential and real safety risks to self and others; evaluate the risks and take steps to minimize and/or quickly resolve the safety issues or concerns; report the safety issues, concerns, or incidents.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and complete high-volume workloads to meet required objectives within established timeframes.
• Must obtain a valid Operator’s Certification Card for Powered Industrial Vehicles for a:
  • Walkie Rider with a capacity of 6,000 pounds
  • Sit-Down Counterbalance High Li with a capacity of 2,000 pounds to assist with backfill dues for Machinery Operators – if trained*.
  • Stand-Up Reach Truck with a capacity of 3,600 pounds – if trained*.

*Material Handlers are given the opportunity to acquire certification training for the Sit-Down Counterbalance High Lift with a capacity of 2,000 pounds and the Stand-Up Reach Truck with a capacity of 3,600 pounds.

Physical Requirement

• Ability to be able to push, pull, lift, and carry weights up to 23 kg (51 pounds).
• Successful completion of an independent physical assessment based on bona fide occupational requirements for hearing, vision, strength, and flexibility must be done before employment.

Working Conditions

The Material Handler is required to maneuver and operate warehouse equipment in a congested and/or tight workspace. Fine motor skills are required to operate radio frequency equipment and warehouse machinery controllers. In the warehouse environment, the Material Handler works near heavy moving equipment; is exposed to exhaust fumes, dust, dirt, noise, extreme temperature fluctuations, equipment vibration, chemical and alcohol fumes, as well as handling hazardous materials such as broken glass, batteries, mold, and cleaning supplies.

The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to minimize exposure to hazards that may cause serious workplace injuries are safety vests and steel-toe boots.

What We Offer

• Competitive Wages: $22.98 – $29.24 per hour.
• Professional Development: Access to training and development programs.
• Health and Safety: Comprehensive safety training.
• Positive Work Environment: A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Access to Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) resources and support for personal and professional challenges; matched pension; disability insurance; health and dental.

The successful candidate will be subject to the SLGA Criminal Record Check and Code of Conduct policies.

Application deadline: 11:59 pm, October 22, 2026

Vacancy number: 17F27

Expected Screening Start: October 26, 2026

Potential Start Date: November 16, 2026

SLGA is committed to achieving a representative workforce. We invite all qualified individuals to apply. Women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities are encouraged to self-identify.