Material Handler II

Distribution / Transportation
Posted on: 2026/01/06 | Job ID: 178431
Winnipeg
,
Manitoba
Temporary to permanent

Warehouse Candidate Profile – February Start Date

1. Skills and Experience

  • Material handling experience: Familiarity with forklifts and pallet jacks.

  • Inventory management: Understanding of picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and stock rotation; 10+ years of experience preferred.

  • Technical skills: Experience with warehouse management systems (e.g., SAP) and basic computer skills.

  • Safety knowledge: Awareness of TDG regulations, safe lifting techniques, and PPE requirements. Training can be provided, but existing knowledge is an asset.

2. Physical and Mental Demands

  • Physical fitness: Ability to lift up to 75 lbs, carry materials, and stand for long periods. Able to complete production orders such as slitting and pour downs.

  • Stamina and endurance: Comfortable working with repetitive motions and in varying temperature environments.

  • Attention to detail: Ensures accurate order picking, receiving, and inventory counts.

  • Problem-solving: Capable of troubleshooting issues like missing inventory or damaged goods (7/10 skill level).

3. Work Ethic and Attitude

  • Reliability and punctuality: Consistent attendance is essential in warehouse operations.

  • Teamwork: Works well with others in a fast-paced environment; maintains a positive attitude.

  • Adaptability: Willingly handles changing priorities, seasonal increases in workload, and cross-training.

  • Positive attitude: Contributes to morale, brings forward ideas, speaks up when needed, and looks for ways to help.

4. Cultural and Organizational Fit

  • Company values alignment: Safety-first, quality-driven, honest, and integrity-based. Values teamwork, mutual respect, customer value creation, and continuous improvement/innovation. Committed to safety, health, environmental responsibility, and recognizing achievement.

  • Communication: Clear, respectful communicator who listens to understand.

  • Work environment suitability: Comfortable in structured settings with lean processes.

5. Credentials and Compliance

  • Licenses/certifications: Forklift certification, TDG training, WHMIS hazardous materials handling (can be provided in-house).

  • Background checks: Employment history verification, criminal record check, and references.

  • Eligibility to work: Must have valid legal work status and documentation.

  • Medical evaluation: Completed by a medical physician.

  • Respirator fit test: Required annually; must be clean-shaven for proper fit.