Material Handler - Night Shift (11:00pm to 7:00am)

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.

Major Responsibilities:

• Reports directly to the Warehouse Manager, of Griffith Foods on an ongoing basis and communicates all relevant matters pertaining to Operations.
• Carries out duties according to procedures and work instructions covering the tasks relating to the position's function as outlined in the department's quality manual, in accordance with Griffith Management System requirements.
• Performs duties as required within shipping/receiving and material handling.
• Transfers material/finished goods from bagging and/or bakeries into inventory, etc.
• Keeps material and racks, clean and tidy.
• Keeps narrow aisle reach truck clean, tidy and 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 RF.
• Narrow Aisle Reach Truck experience.
• Maintains inventory counts and levels.
• Communicates internally with other departments for the purpose of gathering, distributing materials and maintaining inventory.
• Adheres to all Security and Health & Safety policies.
• Requires lifting of up to 25 kg on a regular basis.

• Paid top-up for Pregnancy, Parental and Compassionate Care leave.
• Expanding global organization with career development and growth opportunities.
• Competitive wages with excellent benefits coverage (100% of premiums paid by Griffith Foods).
• Extra earning potential with options to work overtime.
• Diverse and inclusive workforce with an excellent work culture with companywide events and committees with the chance to get involved and make a difference.
• Generous Pension with RRSP/TFSA/RESP plan participation.
• Education reimbursement program.
• Uniforms/PPE provided in addition to safety boots program.
• Free Wellness Portal supporting financial, mental, physical, and social needs.
• Annual wellness allowance, company subsidized cafeteria, free parking and so much more!

• High school diploma - Required.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical foundations - Required.
• Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment is considered an asset.
• Team player with a keen desire to meet deadlines, strong decision maker with excellent communication skills.
• Microsoft DAX or other ERP knowledge an asset.
• Forklift license - Required.
• Must be able to operate either a Crown Narrow Aisle and/or Raymond Narrow Aisle Reach truck.