Job Title: Material Handler
Employer: Bow Valley Wholesale Inc.
Location: Canmore, AB
Wage: $25.00 per hour
Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full-time
Work Schedule: Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, Flexible Hours, Morning
Job Category: Work for Foreigners in Canada with Free Visa Sponsorship—Material Handler
Bow Valley Wholesale Inc. is looking for motivated and dedicated individuals to join our team as Material Handlers in Canmore, AB. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while enjoying the benefits of a permanent, full-time role. Eligible foreign candidates may also benefit from free visa sponsorship.
As a Material Handler, you will be a vital part of our operations, ensuring the smooth movement and organization of goods and materials.
Responsibilities
- Load, unload, and move products and materials manually or with basic material handling equipment.
- Operate a variety of equipment to facilitate material movement.
- Ship and pick orders and stock.
- Create and attach labels to goods.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Wrap, pack, and unpack goods for shipment and storage.
- Transport and distribute materials and goods.
- Organize and maintain inventory systems, including using computerized control systems.
Requirements
- Languages: English
- Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required
- Experience: No prior experience needed; training provided
Additional Information
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:
- Fast-paced environment
- Repetitive tasks
- Work under pressure
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding tasks
- Hand-eye coordination required
- Tasks involve bending, crouching, kneeling, and standing for extended periods
- Large workloads
Personal Suitability
- Adaptability
- Efficiency
- Energetic
- Goal-oriented
- Hardworking
- Positive attitude
- Proactive
- Time management
- Team player
- Flexibility
What Is the Work Environment Like for a Material Handler in Canada?
Material Handlers in Canada often work in:
- Warehouses, factories, or distribution centers with varied shift schedules.
- Dynamic and collaborative team environments.
- Conditions requiring attention to safety and detail due to the physical demands of the role.
Skills and Knowledge Needed as a Material Handler in Canada
- Basic knowledge of inventory systems and organization techniques.
- Ability to operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
- Strong time management and multitasking skills.
- Attention to detail and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
What Education and Certification Are Required as a Material Handler in Canada?
No formal education or certification is required. However, on-the-job training will be provided, and familiarity with computerized inventory systems is beneficial.
Who Can Apply to This Job?
- Canadian citizens, permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Foreign candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.
How to Apply
Online: Apply on the Company’s Website