Material Handler

Organization

If innovation, creativity and a focus on customers are in your DNA, you will fit in well at Kerr. We are pioneers and innovators in the automotive upfitting industry. Our specialty is modifying brand new vehicles into police and emergency vehicles. In fact, we upfit more police vehicles than any other company in North America, and we continue to focus on growing our business. Founded in 1952, Kerr Industries has a strong North American presence with operations located in Dallas, Chicago, Detroit and Oshawa. We want motivated, ambitious people who put the needs of our customers first, bring creativity to their work and will do whatever it takes to achieve success. For more information, please visit www.kerrindustries.com.

Position

We are looking to add a full-time Material Handler/Picker/Packer/Shipper/Receiver to our team. This hybrid role will report directly to the Inventory Control Manager while also supporting the Purchasing department.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, you will fit in well at Kerr. We are looking for energetic, career-driven individuals who want to help accelerate our growth and be part of a high-performing team. Being a leader in our market requires consistent high-quality and efficient work every day, and we hope to enhance our leadership position by filling our business with energetic individuals.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Maintains inventory by identifying, labelling, and placing materials and supplies in stock and recording location of inventory, and allocates inventory to proper area based on purchase orders.
• Unload delivery trucks while verifying that shipments align with company purchase orders. Receive and inspect inbound shipments and record the inventory in Microsoft Dynamics Navision (NAV). Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
• Prepare outbound skids with finished product as required for customer orders. Includes identifying, locating, and packing inventory based on shipping requirements.
• Prepare and print shipping labels.
• Handle customer pick-ups. Operates a forklift to load, unload, or transport materials.
• Performs all computer functions necessary to track various aspects of goods.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Pre-kit for automotive upfitting jobs. Involves a review of bill of materials (BOMs) for inventory requirements and picking and sorting inventory to meet those requirements.
• This role will involve some Lot Attendant duties on Fridays for employees working a Tuesday-to-Friday schedule as needed. While completing that work, the rate of pay will remain the higher of the two functions.
• Verify inventory and correct stock levels.
• Participate in cycle counting and year-end physical inventory preparation and execution.
• Accurate scanning and transaction processing in the NAV system.

Compensation and other Benefits

• $22.00 to $26.00/hour
• Includes Health, Dental, and Vision benefits and vacation.

• Ability to work independently and with integrity.
• Proven attention to detail and ability to multitask and take direction.
• Previous experience in a production and inventory control environment including a minimum of 1 year of previous experience in a Material Handler or related role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Previous forklift experience is preferred. The ability to lift loads of up to 55lbs.
• A positive attitude and customer service experience.

Kerr Industries is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment where every employee and candidate is treated with respect and dignity. Employment-related decisions, including hiring, compensation, training, promotion, and termination, are made fairly and based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws, including the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Kerr Industries is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.