Manager Warehouse Loading Unloading Jobs in Kitchener, ON

Job Title: Warehouse Worker

Job Description

The Warehouse Worker operates material handling equipment and machinery to process aluminum and titanium products, manages inventory using basic computer tools, and performs general warehouse and light woodworking tasks in a heavy industrial environment. This role involves repetitive lifting, safe operation of forklifts and overhead cranes, and accurate tracking and preparation of materials for shipping and receiving.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move, load, and unload aluminum and titanium pipe and other materials safely throughout the warehouse.
• Operate overhead cranes to handle heavy materials in a controlled and secure manner.
• Use bandsaws to cut aluminum plates according to specified measurements and production requirements.
• Perform basic woodworking tasks to build skids and pallets for packing and material transport.
• Lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly as part of daily warehouse operations.
• Handle general labor tasks including packing, loading, unloading, and organizing materials in the warehouse.
• Maintain accurate warehouse inventory records using Excel and other Microsoft 365 tools.
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities, ensuring materials are correctly labeled, documented, and staged.
• Work in a heavy industrial environment, following safety procedures and using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Use basic hand tools to support material preparation, pallet construction, and general warehouse tasks.
• Contribute to production workflows by preparing materials and ensuring they are available at the right time and location.
• Communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing, to follow instructions and document work.
• Demonstrate dependability by maintaining consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Show commitment and drive by taking initiative, meeting performance expectations, and supporting team goals.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating forklifts, including counterbalance forklifts, in a warehouse or industrial setting.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes for safe material handling.
• Proficiency in general labor tasks such as packing, loading, unloading, and material handling.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively throughout the workday.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft 365, including basic use of Excel for inventory tracking.
• Basic hand tool experience for woodworking and general warehouse tasks.
• Minimum of 2+ years of machine operating experience in a production or industrial environment.
• Experience working in a heavy industrial environment with warehouse inventory and production activities.
• Ability to speak and write in English clearly and accurately.
• Strong dependability, commitment, and personal drive to perform and improve.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with bandsaw operation for cutting metal plates
• Experience in shipping and receiving processes within a warehouse setting.
• Familiarity with warehouse inventory systems and procedures.
• Comfort working with aluminum and titanium materials.
• Ability to build skids and pallets using basic woodworking techniques.
• Strong attention to safety when operating material handling equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented industrial environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a well-lit shop environment that is not temperature controlled, requiring comfort working in varying seasonal conditions. The standard shift runs Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with an initial training period of approximately three months on a 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. schedule. The setting is a heavy industrial warehouse where forklifts, overhead cranes, bandsaws, and basic hand tools are regularly used to handle aluminum and titanium materials and manage inventory.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milton, ON.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

This is a fully onsite position in Milton,ON.

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.