Press Material Handler

Multimatic; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 29,122 - 46,962; Full time

Job summary

Multimatic in Vaughan, Ontario is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to ensure safe and efficient material handling. In this role, you will perform daily inspections of forklifts, operate heavy machinery to facilitate continuous production flow, and maintain organized storage areas. Applicants should possess a valid propane forklift certification and have at least two years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary, ranging from $21.14 to $34.09 per hour.

Qualifications

• Valid propane forklift certification with proven experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of forklift or material handling experience preferred.
• Experience with overhead cranes is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily pre-operational inspections of forklifts.
• Operate forklifts to support production flow.
• Restock presses and maintain designated storage areas.
• Transport finished goods to staging or shipping areas.
• Ensure compliance with safety and maintenance standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Basic math skills

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Overview

This role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely movement of materials and finished products throughout the facility. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the press team to ensure uninterrupted production flow.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document daily pre-operational inspections of forklifts and material handling equipment
• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to support press operations and production flow
• Restock presses with required materials and arrange plated stampings in designated storage areas
• Remove stamped parts from presses and transport finished goods to staging or shipping areas
• Organize, return, and maintain bins, racks, and material storage locations
• Ensure lift truck maintenance, servicing, and reporting requirements are met in accordance with company standards
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and organized work area to support a safe manufacturing environment
• Communicate regularly with supervisors and production teams to identify and resolve material flow or equipment issues
• Operate barcode scanning systems and print labels accurately and efficiently
• Follow all workplace health and safety guidelines, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and quality standards
• Provide general administrative and secretarial support to management as assigned
• Support and practice KAIZEN principles and participate in related activities (GEAR)

Requirements

• Hold a valid propane forklift certification with proven experience operating a counterbalance lift truck
• Experience operating overhead cranes is required; valid overhead crane certification is considered an asset
• Demonstrate a minimum of two (2) years of forklift or material handling experience (preferred)
• Demonstrate basic math skills for counting, inventory handling, and material verification
• Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production setting
• This role is a Day shift position

Compensation

The total cash compensation range for this position is expected to be: $21.14 - $34.09

Accommodations and contact

We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.