Material Handlers (Day, Afternoon & Weekend Shifts)

Job Description

As S&C Electric Canada team members, you’ll work on tasks and projects that have real-world impact. You’ll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has a history of more than 70 years of innovation in Canada. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the power industry. As a team member, you will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We’re big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges!

We are seeking talented Material Handlers to join our team!

Potential Work Schedule:

• Day Shift: Monday – Friday; 6:30 am – 3:00 pm (40hrs per week)
• Afternoon Shift: Monday – Thursday; 4:00 pm- 2:00 am (38hrs per week)
• Weekend Shift: Friday – Sunday; 6:00 am- 6:00 pm (36hrs per week) .

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members and are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated hourly base pay rate for these positions is $23.25-$26.25.

These positions may be entitled to a $1 shift premium per hour for the afternoon shift and a $2.50 shift premium for the weekend shift.

This position may also be eligible for S&C’s annual incentive plan (AIP). AIP amounts are variable and are dependent on both company and team performance, subject to eligibility criteria. The target bonus percentage for this role is 4% of annual base earnings.

Join Our Team as Material Handlers!

Are you passionate about logistics? S&C Electric Company is seeking dynamic individuals for our logistics function. As Material Handlers, you will be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. You will work in a production environment, engage in continuous productive activity and must meet requirements within predetermined time constraints. Tasks require the use of both hands and arms on a repetitive basis for a full range of motion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use a Forklift (electric or propane), tugger, overhead crane, and other equipment to deliver materials both inside and outside of the manufacturing facility. Review job orders and internal requests to determine the appropriate location and drop-off procedure.
• Monitor restock requests and move materials to locations that will soon need more materials.
• Measure part quantity and type using scales and hand tools to ensure supply requests are fulfilled accurately.
• Review works orders and part drawings to accurately determine which parts and materials are needed for specific jobs and areas.
• Utilize trigger cards and internal applications to identify where new materials are needed, ensuring accuracy in quantities and that proper procedures are followed.
• Utilize Oracle ERP to review packing slips and bills of material. Check work orders and inspect materials to confirm accuracy and report quality concerns when necessary.
• Mentors basic-level team members in the completion of their work to help their professional growth.
• Complete electronic forklift safety inspections daily on each truck used.
• Participate in LPS improvements, acting as a subject matter expert and problem solver for different activities.
• Meet department targets and consistently adhere to quality and safety standards.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.

What you’ll Need To Succeed:

• 1-3 years of demonstrated experience in a material handling or related role within a manufacturing environment.
• 1-3 years of driving a forklift in a manufacturing environment with a safe driving record.
• Ability to operate both an electric and propane-powered forklift for indoor and outdoor use.
• Sound attention to detail, with the ability to determine accurate order quantities consistently and enter information correctly in the ERP system.
• Ability to work independently and meet the requirements of assigned materials requests.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to articulate information efficiently and effectively to team members in a variety of production support departments.
• Good computer skills with the ability to review and respond to requests via internal applications. Able to utilize ERP software to complete a variety of basic material handling functions.
• Possess a good understanding of how to read blueprints and job orders.
• Basic math skills with the ability to calculate quantities and weights.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to work successfully and share information with team members from a variety of different production and production support teams.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments such as scales and callipers.
• Ability and willingness to follow Health Safety & Environment procedures accurately, reporting concerns promptly to the safety action team.
• Capable of embracing diversity and equity to ensure they contribute to a respectful and inclusive workplace.
• Proficient in using MS Office products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement manufacturing principles.

Physical demands:

• Standing: All tasks are performed in a standing position with intermittent walking.
• Lifting: Frequent lifting of items ranging in weight from 5 lbs to 20 lbs.
• Walking: Occasional walking moderate distances (less than 1km).
• Carrying: Frequent carrying of items ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 20 lbs.
• Pushing: Occasional pushing of motorized material handling carts with loaded weights up to 1000 lbs.
• Pulling: Occasional pulling of motorized material handling carts with loaded weights up to 1000 lbs.
• Bending: Frequent bending and crouching to safely lift parts of various sizes and shapes.
• Reaching: Continuous full range of motion from above the shoulders to below the knees.
• Handling: Continuous handling of parts ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 20 lbs.

Vacancy Disclosure:

This posting is to fill current and future vacancies within S&C Electric Canada.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure:

Please note that S&C Electric Canada may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.

Why Work for S&C Electric Canada Ltd

With over 70 years of innovation in Canada and a century globally, S&C Electric is a trusted leader in power reliability. We foster a collaborative, safety-focused environment where achievements are celebrated and growth is encouraged.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus
• Generous employer-matched retirement savings plan
• Three weeks of paid vacation, plus paid holiday shutdown
• 100% employer-paid health and wellness benefits, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) & Personal Spending Account (PSA)
  • Life, AD&D, and disability insurance, with optional enhancement
• Summer hours program
• Education reimbursement
• Seniority recognition
• Access to Spark LMS for continuous learning and development
• A safe and fun working environment where we celebrate our milestones.

These are just some of the other reasons why S&C is a great place to work. At S&C, we believe in empowering our people and providing meaningful career opportunities. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join a team where your contributions matter. Apply and join our team today!

S&C Electric Canada Ltd. is an equal-opportunity employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, S&C Electric Canada Ltd. will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform S&C Electric Canada Ltd.’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

About Us

In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.

With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership.

S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.

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