Working under general supervision, a Material Handler moves material to various areas inside and outside the facility using powered forklift truck ( counterbalance or reach forklifts). Material Handlers supporting receiving of material and shopping of finished goods (mobile elevated work platforms).

Responsibility :
Load, unload and move products and materials by hand or using basic material handling equipment

Perform other material handling activities such as counting, weighing, sorting, packing and unpacking.

Operate winches and other loading devices to load and unload materials onto and off trucks.

Operate a tow motor in a protected manner, both loading and unloading freight.

Perform tow motor inspection.

Keep all manufacturing and shipping/receiving areas organized.

Empty chip bins into proper containers.

Complete all shipping and receiving documentation.

Organize, collect and ship finished mobile elevated work platforms as per customer requirements

May perform other activities, such as opening containers and crates, filling warehouse orders, assisting in taking inventory and weighing and checking materials.

Perform other duties/projects as assigned.

Required Skill/Experience :
Some completion of high school

Licensed to operate a tow motor (forklift) . Class 2, 3 and 4 required.

Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) training required (for specific Material Handler positions).

Measure length, width and height of a truck trailer and length, width and height of filled pallets to find out how many pallets of products can fit in trailer. Estimate weight of products on pallets to decide whether they can be lifted by forklift.

Communicate with suppliers to confirm details, such as purchase order numbers. Interact with co-workers to co-ordinate tasks and to discuss how to move heavy objects. Interact with supervisors to discuss problems, such as damaged shipments or shortages in orders.





Refer to assembly drawings to perform minor machine repairs or to assemble pieces. Refer to schematic drawings, such as air brake system for a truck.

Receive assignments from supervisors at beginning of each shift and plan how best to sequence tasks to meet deadlines. Adjust plans as needed if new loads arrive from suppliers sooner than expected.

Ability to work with a partner and independently as needed. Use a team approach to get materials ready so that they may be moved out efficiently.

What Linamar Has to Offer :
Competitive Compensation

Employee Benefits package includes but is not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.

Opportunities for career advancement.

Sustainability Coun cil

Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us :
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the prospect to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

Job Info

Job Identification 12324

Job Category Operation

Locations 201 Woodlawn Road West, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1B8, CA

Degree Level High School Graduate

Job Schedule Full time

Job Shift Afternoons

Vacancy Status This is an existing vacancy

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📌 Material Handler (Afternoon Shift) (Ontario)
🏢 Linamar
📍 Ontario