Material Handler (Fixed-Term)

IPEX Group • Mississauga, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

IPEX is one of North America's leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. This role is a 3-month contract (90 days) based at our extrusion plant in Mississauga, ON, with the possibility of extension based on business needs and performance. The Material Handler is responsible for measuring, inspecting, and packaging finished products to ensure they are ready for distribution. This role reports to the Production Manager. As the employee gains knowledge and experience, additional responsibilities may be introduced. On-the-job training is provided, so prior experience is not required.

Requirements

• Completion of high school diploma or practical equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset
• Experience with plastic extrusion is a strong asset
• Knowledge of Health and Safety practices is necessary.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Must be flexible to work a bi-weekly rotating day and night shift schedule

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile material handling equipment used for the packaging of finished product into crates or bundles
• Identify all processing problems on all equipment and report them to the Shift Supervisor responsible.
• Measure and record dimensional and physical properties of the product at predetermined periods of time
• Ensure all material storage areas, scrap storage areas and pipe storage areas are maintained in an orderly and clean manner.
• Assist in the movement and setting up of equipment into or out of the production areas.
• Assist in the startup of a production line and manufacture product to the required external and internal specifications.
• Building and packing pipe crates.
• Perform a variety of other tasks as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED