Material Handler - Scarborough, ON

Axis Communications; Toronto; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

IPEX is seeking a Material Handler at its Scarborough, ON facility to handle raw materials and finished goods in the blending department. This role reports to the Blending team supervisor and offers growth opportunities.

Starting salary is $24.38/hour with 12-hour rotating continental shifts (days 8am–8pm, nights 8pm–8am; 7 shifts bi-weekly). Accommodations and safety training are provided to suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• High School education or practical equivalency.
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Convey resin and materials to ensure continuous supply to Blending.
• Identify additives and resins needed to compound material.
• Operate blending and material handling equipment; use overhead cranes if certified.
• Record downtime or scrap information as required and maintain clean work areas.
• Assist in moving equipment and preparing packaging components for lines.

Job description

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy. Does the idea of working in an innovative production facility appeal to you? If so, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Material Handler! This role will be based out of our manufacturing facility located in Scarborough, ON. Do not miss the opportunity to join an engaging team of people-centric professionals, leaders, problem solvers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Job Summary

We are seeking a Material Handler to focus on the handling of raw materials and finished goods in the blending department. This position reports to the Blending team supervisor and serves as a training position towards opportunities for advancement and growth.

Starting Salary: $24.38/hour

Location: 807 Pharmacy Avenue, Scarborough, ON, M1L 3K2 (View on Google Maps!)

Work Schedule: 12-hour rotating continental shifts (Days: 8am - 8pm, Nights: 8pm - 8am, 7 shifts bi-weekly)

Principle Accountabilities

• Convey resin and pulverized compound from railcar, storage silos, or bins to ensure continuous supply of material to Blending.
• Identify the various additives, resins, and master batches required to compound material.
• Load additives when necessary in the required addresses.
• Operate all blending equipment, mixing equipment, mobile material handling equipment and only if certified, overhead cranes used for packaging finished product into crates or bundles.
• Report and if required, record in writing pertinent production information regarding downtime or scrap identification.
• Ensure good housekeeping practices to include ensuring all material storage areas, scrap storage areas and pipe storage areas of the assigned manufacturing operation are maintained in a clean and orderly manner.
• Assist in movement and setting up equipment into and/or out of manufacturing areas.
• Prepare packaging components that are required on the assigned line(s). This includes rework, cutting and assembling wood blocks, cutting and storing strapping, and cutting packaging wrap.
• Building and packing pipe crates according to company specifications.
• Report any liquid and/or material spills immediately to the Shift Supervisor.
• Perform a variety of other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Completion of High School education or practical equivalency.
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety practices.

Working Conditions

• Incumbent spends almost 100% of their time in the plant environment requiring varying degrees of moderate physical labour.
• Lifting, pulling, pushing heavy objects (20-50lbs), standing and walking cover the majority of the work.
• Personal safety is affected by exposure to heat, dust, noise levels and the use of equipment such as sharp blades and presses.
• Considerable amount of sensory attention is required.
• Limited control of work pace and unexpected workflow, bring considerable stresses to this position.
• The incumbent understands respects and adheres to the workplace health & safety rules and regulations.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [e-mail]

About IPEX

At IPEX, our vision is to be the leading supplier of thermoplastic piping systems in North America. As a customer-focused organization, we believe in honesty, fairness, and integrity - the Golden Rule. As one of the world’s largest advanced plastic piping manufacturers, we combine the strength of a global group with the diversity and passion of our local teams. We bring together engaged people with the right experience, expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to develop effective, innovative and sustainable solutions that make life flow. A trusted name in building and infrastructure for more than 50 years. IPEX is dedicated to collaborating with leaders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset - our employees. Come join our team today!