Material Handler

Are you looking for a career opportunity that leads to internal movement and long-term employment Here at IPEX our Pharmacy location is looking for someone that knows how to work with Hand tools power tools and enjoys learning new skills. Apply today to our Entry Level Material Handler role if you are interested in a position that serves as training towards opportunities for advancement and growth. Do not miss the opportunity to join an engaging team of people-centric professionals leaders problem solvers entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Company Overview

As the leader in thermoplastic piping systems the IPEX companies design and manufacture the largest most recognized and diverse range of integrated piping products - Everything professionals need to lead the full spectrum of todays municipal industrial commercial and residential challenges.

What IPEX offers goes far beyond pipes valves and fittings. Our commitment to excellence means IPEX brings accountability reliability and integrity to each project backed by strong distributor relationships and the industrys most comprehensive and experienced sales and support network. It is what has made IPEX the responsible choice in North America for over 50 years!

Hours of Work: Rotating 12-Hour Continental Shift 2 weeks days 2 weeks Nights 8-8

Number of Open Positions: 2 1 for A shift and 1 for B shift

Hourly Pay: $23.56/hour

• Operate once certified overhead cranes used for packaging finished product into crates or bundles in a proficient and safe manner

• Identify processing problems on the extruder spray/vacuum tanks haul-off saw or beller
• Identify quality issues with pipe. report and record in writing the vital production information regarding downtime or scrap identification into the computer systems with minimal errors
• Measure and record dimensional properties of product at predetermined time frames as required by the companys Quality program (QIR)
• Adjust haul-off speed to assure that wall thickness of the pipe is accurate to specifications then Advise the Leadership of changes
• Ensure all material pipe and scrap storage areas of the assigned manufacturing operation are maintained in a clean and orderly manner
• Assist with production line start up and manufacture products to the required external and internal specifications
• Prepare packaging components that are required on the assigned line(s). This includes rework cutting and assembling wood blocks cutting and storing strapping and cutting packaging wrap
• Responsible for building and packing pipe crates according to company specifications
• Abide by rules and operating instructions given by the Plant and Health Safety and Environment Management Systems (HSEMS) initiatives and HSE Policies
• Assist in other areas as required
• Participate in recycling program (metal wood cardboard) by separating all recyclable material as advised by the Shift Supervisor or Departmental Manager
• Participate and support 5S program and Energy Conservation Initiative

Position Requirements

Completion of a high school diploma or Equivalent

Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred

Good written and verbal English communication skills required

Knowledge of Health and Safety practices required

We offer a Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits package along with a Company Matching RRSP program. We provide a Premium when working the Night shift as well as Cost of Living Pay increases annually.

We also offer Paid training skills upgrading and advancement opportunities along the way.

In additional to the benefits listed above we also have an Annual plant performance bonus and Annual Safety Shoe allowance.

Working Conditions

Incumbent spends almost 100% of their time in the plant environment requiring varying degrees of moderate physical labour. Lifting pulling pushing heavy objects (20-50lbs) standing and walking cover the majority of the work. Personal safety is affected by exposure to heat dust noise levels and the use of equipment such as sharp blades and presses. Considerable amount of sensory attention is required. Limited control of work pace and unexpected workflow bring considerable stresses to this position. The incumbent understands respects and adheres to the workplace health & safety rules and regulations.

IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and upon request will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicants accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation please contact HR at