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Napoleon leads the way with innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing techniques, unsurpassed customer service and remarkable product quality. Our award-winning products offer a best-in-class experience for all customers’ home comfort needs. While we are proudly Canadian, Napoleon is also fortunate to operate on a world-wide scale.

The warmth and experience that Napoleon product brings to the homes of our customers transcends borders, language, and cultures to elevate everyday experiences, so you love being home. Throughout North America, Europe, South America and Asia, Napoleon creates memorable moments through our stunning designs and innovative technologies.

This posting is for an existing permanent vacancy and is actively being recruited for.

Title: Material Handler        

Reports to: Team Leader, Manufacturing

Hours of work: 3:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.

Location: #214 Bayview Drive, Barrie ON

 Job Purpose:

Material Handlers are required to operate a forklift truck and must be able to load/unload trailers, storage bins and racks and deliver these products to their desired locations.   This position is responsible to keep an inventory of product availability and location using RFQ and ERP.

 Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Must have complete knowledge of all Material Handling practices.
• Must be able to work independently and react effectively to line change over minimizing downtime for production.
• Place items into storage area and consolidate bins as required.  Utilize RFQ and Visual to access location, change location and see if material is coming.
• Manage footprint to consolidate, sorts and stack products and parts.  
• Pick and deliver parts from storage area from the proper location and deliver to the desired location or machine in an effective manner. 
• Must be able to complete an accurate inventory count of all SKUs or locations within their area of responsibility as directed.
• May be required to move material using a pump truck or offload product by hand, from incoming trailers, palletizing and shrink wrapping when necessary.
• Be able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. May provide product or parts to multiple lines and machines.
• Must abide by all Health & Safety regulations and comply with the principles of the ISO 9001-2000 program.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and maintain all equipment requiring maintenance according to maintenance guidelines and established procedures.
• Continue to grow Lean knowledge and use the tools to identify and assist with continuous improvement to product and processes.  

Education and Experience:

• Minimum high school diploma, or GED, or 2 - 3 years relevant manufacturing / warehousing experience.
• Minimum 1- 2 years’ experience driving a forklift in a manufacturing setting.
• Forklift certificate required.
• RF scanner experience.
• ERP or MRP experience (Visual) preferred.
• Fork Truck Safety Course and Driving Certificate.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to think independently while working with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to function in a fast-paced multi-functional environment where priorities change regularly.

At Napoleon, we believe in creating an environment where our Associates can thrive personally and professionally. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

 Benefits, Health, Well-being & Support 

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage – 100% of premiums paid by the Company!
• Long Term Disability Protection
• Well-being support programs and virtual medical visits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program for mental health and well-being (EAP)

Career Growth & Development

• Training Allowance and continuous learning opportunities and programs
• Leadership development and mentorship programs
• Clear pathways for advancement

Culture & Community

• Appreciation events, raffles, and team building activities
• Napoleon Cares – A fund sponsored by Associates to help Associates in times of need

 Financial Security 

• Competitive total compensation package, inclusive of bonus opportunity
• Retirement savings plan with matching Company contributions (RRSP/DPSP)
• Exclusive Associate discounts on our award-winning products

 Artificial Intelligence Disclosure: As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness in hiring, we disclose that automated tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), may be used to support parts of the recruitment process. This may include functions such as resume parsing, candidate ranking, or initial screening. These tools do not make final hiring decisions but may assist Talent Acquisition in evaluating applications. AI tools used may include systems based on algorithms, statistical models, or machine learning. 

The Napoleon Group of Companies is committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain Associates with disabilities. This includes providing accessibility across all stages of the employment cycle. Accommodation is available upon request. 

We thank you for your interest in The Napoleon Group of Companies and for participating in our competition.  Only those candidates selected for consideration will be contacted.