Role overview

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