Forklift jobs in Cobourg, ON

Material Handler Position Summary-Day/Afternoon Rotation

The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, preparation, blending, drying, staging, and distribution of raw materials, components, packaging. The Material Handler supports Production by ensuring the correct materials are available, prepared, and delivered to the appropriate machines and work areas in accordance with production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Properly store incoming raw materials, components, packaging, and supplies.
• Safely move materials between Receiving, Warehouse, Production, and Staging Areas.
• Supply production departments with the correct materials according to production schedules and requirements.
• Stage and prepare raw materials for production runs.
• Prepare and dry plastic resins and other materials according to established production requirements and material specifications.
• Blend virgin resin, regrind, colour concentrates, additives, and other materials according to approved recipes, work instructions, and production requirements.
• Ensure blended materials are properly identified, labelled, and traceable.
• Complete material changeovers for production equipment, including removing previous materials and preparing equipment for the next production run.
• Perform job changeovers by ensuring the correct resin, colour, regrind, additives, and other required materials are available and staged for the upcoming job.
• Clean and prepare material handling equipment, hoppers, dryers, blenders, and related equipment during material and job changeovers.
• Verify material type, part number, colour, lot number, and quantity before supplying materials to production.
• Ensure materials are dried at the appropriate temperature and for the required duration according to material specifications and work instructions.
• Monitor dryers, blenders, hoppers, and material-handling equipment during operation and report any abnormalities.
• Ensure materials are protected from contamination, moisture, damage, or mix-ups.
• Return unused materials to the appropriate inventory locations following established procedures.
• Ensure all materials are properly labelled and stored in designated locations.
• Perform material transfers and inventory transactions accurately in the ERP/IQMS system.
• Scan materials when moving inventory between locations and ensure physical inventory matches system records.
• Follow FIFO requirements and maintain material traceability.
• Report inventory discrepancies to the appropriate Supervisor or Materials/Inventory personnel.
• Monitor material requirements and communicate shortages or potential production interruptions immediately.
• Assist Production with material-related troubleshooting and ensure materials are available to maintain production flow.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, and other material-handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe material storage and production areas.
• Complete required documentation and maintain accurate records of material preparation, blending, drying, and movement.
• Follow all company policies and procedures related to quality, safety, environmental requirements, and material control.
• Report damaged, contaminated, unidentified, or suspect materials immediately.
• Support continuous improvement activities related to material flow, inventory accuracy, changeovers, housekeeping, and production efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Management.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
• Operate forklifts and other powered equipment only when properly trained and authorized.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow safe procedures when handling hot materials, dryers, equipment, and plastic resins.
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, damaged materials, and equipment concerns immediately.
• Maintain clear aisles, emergency exits, and designated material storage areas.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or plastics-processing environment is preferred.
• Experience with resin handling, material blending, drying, or injection molding is an asset.
• Forklift experience and certification is an asset.
• Experience using an ERP/IQMS or inventory management system is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Ability to follow written work instructions, material specifications, and blending recipes.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and containers as required.
• Ability to safely handle bags, boxes, gaylords, and other material containers.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Ability to bend, reach, climb, and maneuver within warehouse and production areas.
• Ability to safely work around production equipment, dryers, blenders, and material-handling systems.

Performance Expectations

The Material Handler is expected to maintain:

• Accurate material identification and traceability
• Timely material delivery to production
• Accurate material blending and preparation
• Proper drying of moisture-sensitive materials
• Efficient and accurate job changeovers
• FIFO compliance
• Accurate inventory transactions and material locations
• Clean and organized material and production areas
• Safe operation of material-handling equipment
• Compliance with company quality and safety requirements

Accessibility Statement

Protoplast Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please advise us of any accommodation requirements, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Work Location: In person