Material Handler (Afternoon shift)

Amsted Automotive, London, Ontario, is looking for a Material Handler (Afternoons) capable of safely operating a forklift or any other related equipment in the department, consistently meeting quality, safety, and production expectations.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Responsible to ensure smooth flow of raw components and dunnage necessary to run including but not limited to flow formers, lathes, presses, WIP areas
• Responsible to ensure product is maintained in a neat, organized manner in designated areas and contain required Move Tickets or Suspect Tags ensuring production team members complete move tickets correctly
• Responsible to complete reporting documentation as required including, but not limited to, Hold Cage Inventory Sheet
• May be required to print and place bar code labels on all finished goods prior to storing; remove all old bar-coding labels from bins
• Empty swarf bins/scrap bins into compactor and cycle
• Pitchfork swarf to decrease conveyor jams
• Responsible to carry out general housekeeping and 5S check sheet tasks as scheduled, required, or appropriate (i.e. Clean-up of oil, coolant, water, lubricant)
• Complete work assignments with accuracy, sense of urgency, and in a safe manner in accordance with established standards, and all applicable Regulations / Legislation
• Participate in company programs as required or requested including but not limited to 5S, Elimination of Waste, communication meetings, training, etc.
• Promote the company’s operational visions, values, and goals
• Conduct all work activities in a manner that is supportive of team effort
• Participation in training or other team activities to support ongoing continuous improvement
• Adherence to all rules and regulations as may be amended from time to time
• Participate in the company’s health, safety, environmental, and operational programs
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager, or designate

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• High School or equivalent with minimum 2 years related experience in manufacturing environment (automotive preferred)
• Current forklift license preferred
• Multi-tasking, fast paced environment
• Strong organizational and time managements skills
• Ability to adapt and maintain performance in changing work environment
• Effective interpersonal / communication skills required
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to effectively manage conflict, foster good team and inter-department relations
• Reliable transportation needed
• Available for straight afternoon shifts 3pm to 11pm
• Flexibility to provide coverage as needed which may include weekends and other shifts outside of an employee's regular schedule

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• 8-hour straight shifts (AFTERNOONS), shift premium
• Overtime after 40 hours
• Vacation - up to 13 days to start plus 3 paid floater days
• Extended health care, including medical, dental, vision, STD and LTD
• DPSP/RRSP retirement programs
• Up to 4% employee bonus incentive
• Employee discounts with suppliers including GM and Ford
• Company paid uniform, work boots, safety glasses or prescription safety glasses

WHAT ELSE YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW

• Work may require extended periods of sitting, standing, lifting, bending, stooping, and performing repetitive motion tasks
• Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Must be willing and able to work any shift as may be required
• Manufacturing environment working with machines, parts, and equipment
• Wear personal protective equipment as prescribed
• Usage of a computer and other productivity machinery such as a SAP hand held scanner and control panels