Raw Material Handler

Big Country Raw; Smithville; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

Company Performance Bonus Program

Discounted Pet Food Program

Employee events and recognition

Job summary

Big Country Raw in Ontario, Smithville is seeking a Material Handler to support daily production by ensuring materials are available, tracked, and ready for use. This role blends physical work with planning in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Shift is Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Starting rate is $22.50/hour with wage progression to $23.25 at 6 months and $24 at 12 months. Benefits include group insurance, a Company Performance Bonus, discounted pet food, employee events, and

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in inventory control or materials management in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing; food manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Forklift certification or prior forklift experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and stage ingredients, raw materials, and packaging according to production schedules and recipes.
• Set up production rooms and ensure all required materials are organized, accessible, and ready for use.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels for ingredients, packaging, chemicals, sanitation supplies, and other production materials.
• Coordinate with Production, Planning, and Warehouse teams to address material shortages, overages, and inventory concerns.
• Organize freezers, coolers, and storage areas to support efficient production flow and material accessibility.
• Prepare, temper, and replenish raw materials, ingredients, packaging, crates, and production supplies as required.
• Complete inventory counts, consumption tracking, and production-related documentation accurately.

Skills

Inventory control

Forklift certification

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Lifting 50+ lbs

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Join our team as aMaterial Handler, where you'll play a critical role in supporting production by ensuring the right materials are available at the right time, allowing our production teams to operate safely and efficiently.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, takes pride in organization and inventory accuracy, and thrives in a role that combines physical work with planning and coordination.

Shift: Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Starting rate is $22.50/hour. This role is also eligible for wage progression of $23.25 at 6 months and $24 at 12 months. This role offers competitive compensation, Group Insurance Benefits, a Company Performance Bonus, Discounted Pet Food, Employee Events, and opportunities for career growth and development.

What You'll Do:

As a Material Handler, you will be responsible for preparing, organizing, and managing the materials required to support daily production activities. You will ensure raw materials, packaging, dry ingredients, and production supplies are available, accurately tracked, and organized according to inventory and food safety requirements.

The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a manufacturing environment where priorities can shift throughout the day. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, inventory accuracy, and the ability to perform physical work.

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and stage ingredients, raw materials, and packaging according to production schedules and recipes.
• Set up production rooms and ensure all required materials are organized, accessible, and ready for use.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels for ingredients, packaging, chemicals, sanitation supplies, and other production materials.
• Coordinate with Production, Planning, and Warehouse teams to address material shortages, overages, and inventory concerns.
• Organize freezers, coolers, and storage areas to support efficient production flow and material accessibility.
• Prepare, temper, and replenish raw materials, ingredients, packaging, crates, and production supplies as required.
• Complete inventory counts, consumption tracking, and production-related documentation accurately.Assist with raw material processing and other production support activities as needed.

What You Bring:

• 1+ years of experience in inventory control, materials management, or a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting; food manufacturing experience is an asset.
• Forklift certification or previous forklift experience.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Resourceful, proactive, and detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs consistently.ERP software experience is considered an asset.

Why People (and Their Pets) Love Working Here!

• Benefits package including health, dental and vision coverage
• Company Performance Bonus Program
• Discounted Pet Food Program
• Employee events and recognition programs throughout the year
• Stable, full-time employment with a growing Canadian company
• Safety-focused workplace committed to employee success