Material Handling Operator

Richardson International; Yorkton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson International is seeking a Material Handling Operator for the Yorkton – Oilseed location. You will support seed receiving, grading, loading and shipping, and maintain a safe working environment within a busy logistics setting.

The role requires grade 12 or equivalent, strong Excel and data entry skills, and the ability to work rotating shifts. Prior manufacturing experience is an asset, with a competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Must have grade 12 or equivalent.
• Excellent written, documentation and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.
• Prior experience with Microsoft Excel and data entry is required.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing plant environment would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Receive and grade seed
• Load and ship finished product and rail yard management
• Maintain a safe, clean and accessible environment
• Understand and comply with all workplace health and safety requirements, company policies and procedures and general workplace rules
• Participate in the day to day health and safety program by working in a safe manner at all times: Always using the required personal protective equipment, Ensuring that authorized work is completed safely, Utilizing required controls to prevent risk of exposure to hazards, Participating actively in incident investigations, training, and other health and safety initiatives, Reporting all unsafe acts and conditions and all incidents, near misses and workplace injuries/illnesses as per company procedure

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Data entry

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Richardson has approximately 4,000 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.

Richardson Oilseed is one of Canada’s oldest and largest fully-integrated oilseed processing and packaging operations with three facilities across Canada. In addition to producing bulk canola oil and meal, our food products division produces a wide variety of canola-based margarines, oils and shortenings for the industrial, retail and food service markets.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Material Handling Operator at our Yorkton – Oilseed location. Material Handling Operators are responsible for providing effective customer service of the daily processes within the operations areas of the logistics department. They must ensure that all operational procedures are executed safely within minimal non-conformance and business interruptions.

Responsibilities:

• Receive and grade seed
• Load and ship finished product and rail yard management
• Maintain a safe, clean and accessible environment
• Understand and comply with all workplace health and safety requirements, company policies and procedures and general workplace rules
• Participate in the day to day health and safety program by working in a safe manner at all times:
  • Always using the required personal protective equipment
  • Ensuring that authorized work is completed safely
  • Utilizing required controls to prevent risk of exposure to hazards
  • Participating actively in incident investigations, training, and other health and safety initiatives
  • Reporting all unsafe acts and conditions and all incidents, near misses and workplace injuries/illnesses as per company procedure

Qualifications:

• Must have grade 12 or equivalent
• Must have excellent written, documentation and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work rotating shifts
• Prior experience with Microsoft Excel and data entry experience is required
• Prior experience in a manufacturing plant environment would be considered an asset

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.