Are you looking for a real professional challenge? An organization capable of supporting your ambitions? A company where autonomy, openness and family spirit are at the heart of a stimulating daily life? We are the largest Canadian manufacturer of high-end custom cabinets in North America. We need people like you.

We are looking for a dependable and safety-focused Material Handler to support our production and inventory teams. In this role, you will be responsible for moving, loading, unloading, and nesting materials for production and stock, ensuring materials are handled accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with established safety and quality standards.

 

A PIVOTAL ROLE ON A LARGE TEAM.

The successful candidate will contribute to the success of the company by assuming the following responsibilities:

• Distribute materials according to production requirements to ensure work areas are properly supplied.
• Ensure materials are clearly labelled, accurately identified, and stored in the appropriate locations.
• Inspect materials delivered to production to verify they meet required specifications.
• Handle materials carefully to preserve quality and prevent damage.
• Receive, locate, and store incoming materials in designated areas.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe storage areas while performing general material handling duties.
• Represent, support, and uphold the company’s Core Values and Management Philosophy.
• Meet quality, productivity, and safety standards in all daily tasks.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 

REPUTED SKILLS. SHARED VALUES.

To successfully meet this challenge, we are looking for a person driven by the values of respect, teamwork, commitment, and pride with the following qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Previous material handling experience, or experience in a similar role
• 3-5 years forklift experience
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, paperwork, and material labels.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, bend, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity and strong hand-eye coordination.
• Comfortable working in an environment with dust, varying temperatures, and strong odours.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while using strong problem-solving and multitasking skills.

 

GREAT BENEFITS.

• A friendly and supportive work environment.
• Competitive
• Health and dental benefits.

• RRSP Matching Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• A team culture where everyone is important
• Employee Recognition Program
• And more!

 

DAILY LIFE WITH A HUMAN DIMENSION.

• A great deal of autonomy where your ideas, talent, and initiative will be highly regarded
• An open-door management approach that respects your personal needs and expectations
• A family spirit where everyone is important, where everyone talks to everyone, and where we help each other, no matter what our role or status is.

 

ABOUT ELMWOOD.

Elmwood is the largest manufacturer of high-end custom cabinets in Canada. Our team of 250 professionals and craftsmen based in St. Catharines (Ontario) combine modern technologies and traditional methods, expertise, and business intelligence, to support a large network of the most prestigious kitchen retailers in North America. Our customized approach encompasses both the realization of complex projects and the spirit of partnership that is the foundation of our business vision.

Ready for the challenge? Join us! 

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment opportunities without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

We offer various training, guidance, development, and job shadowing or mentoring on a non-discriminatory basis to ensure equal opportunity in the workplace.

This recruitment process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with application screening and assessment. AI tools are used in a supportive capacity only and do not make final hiring decisions. All candidates are evaluated fairly, and human oversight is maintained throughout the process in compliance with applicable employment standards, human rights, and privacy legislation.