Material Handler - C Shift (3:00pm to 11:00pm)
Job Description
Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of “We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World”. The company’s product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information, visit www.griffithfoods.com.
TITLE: Material Handler
LOCATION: Onsite in Scarborough, ON
SHIFT & HOURS: Afternoon Shift: Monday to Friday from 3:00pm to 11:00pm
Hiring Hourly Rate: $23.26 (plus afternoon shift premium)
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
As a Material Handler, your responsibilities will include:
Communicates all relevant operational matters on an ongoing basis.
Performs duties in accordance with established procedures, work instructions, and quality standards.
Transfers material/finished goods from bagging and/or bakeries into inventory, etc.
Keeps material and racks, clean & tidy.
Keeps narrow aisle reach truck clean, tidy & safe.
Follows material movement practices, maintains extensive knowledge of storage, movement and safe handling of goods.
Checks that all materials are correctly stored and transferred using the Radio Frequency device.
Maintains inventory counts and levels.
Communicates internally with other departments for the purpose of gathering, distributing materials and maintaining inventory.
Qualified candidates will have:
High School Diploma or equivalent .
Knowledge of basic mathematical foundations, which will be assessed separately.
Ability to regularly lift and/or carry up to 25kg throughout the shift.
Minimum 1 year experience of operating a forklift
Candidates must currently be at least 18 years of age AND possess unrestricted authorization to work in Canada. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
This is a safety sensitive position, and it requires the use of an N9 NIOSH-approved fitted respirator (“N95”) or an approved alternative. Successful candidates will be required to go through appropriate fit-testing and will be required to wear an N95 while performing their duties. Should you require an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code, please contact Jasmine Manalo at [email protected].
What will set you apart:
Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment
Microsoft DAX or other ERP knowledge
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Griffith Foods values diversity and is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and able to succeed. We are committed to fair and accessible employment practices in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
At Griffith Foods, you can be a member of a globally connected team that is known for true, collaborative innovation, guided by our purpose to Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish The World. We are a family-owned business, founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA. Our product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet.
At Griffith Foods, we aim to create a regenerative future and build food systems that are sustainable and resilient for both people and the planet. A sustainable supply chain enables us to deliver high-quality products in a way that supports the growers and farming communities. Learn more about us at https://griffithfoods.com/careers/
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure:
As part of our recruitment process, we may use AI‑supported assessment tools to evaluate job‑related skills and abilities. These tools support our hiring team and do not make final hiring decisions.
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