Material Handler

Title:           Material Handler

Company: Wesko Locks

Reports to: Supply Chain Manager

Location:   Mississauga, Ontario Canada (on-site)

Join Our Team as a Material Handler at Wesko Locks!

About Wesko Locks:

Wesko Locks, part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, is a trusted manufacturer of innovative locking solutions for a safer, more open world. We take pride in our craftsmanship, quality, and commitment to continuous improvement. Join our team and contribute to building products that protect and connect people every day.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Material Handler to join our team at Wesko Locks. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining accurate inventory levels to support manufacturing operations. This role ensures timely availability of materials, minimizes stock discrepancies, and supports production efficiency through effective inventory control practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Material Handling:
• Receive, sort, and store material shipments from suppliers.
• Fulfill material requests for production by picking and delivery to Production areas promptly and accurately.
• Update the inventory transactions, receiving, transfers, and material usage into the WMS system and ERP system to ensure real-time inventory accuracy.
• Maintain organized and safe storage areas.
• Optimize the storage and part identification by labelling.
• Inventory Management:
• Perform regular cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.

• • Maintain accuracy of inventory database in collaboration with supply chain.

• Coordination & Reporting:
• Collaborate with purchasing and production for min. stock level or shortages.
• Prepare and submit inventory reports, including stock levels, usage trends, and variances.
• Identify obsolete or slow-moving inventory and recommend disposition.
• Maintenance
• Maintain charge/fuel levels on reach trucks and forklifts
• Daily Safety inspection of the forklifts.
• Compliance & Continuous Improvement:
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance inventory accuracy and efficiency

• From time to time, workload requirements may change, and the Material Handler may be required to perform other duties as needed to support business needs.

 The most competitive candidates will have:

• Experience: 1–3 years in driving counterbalance and reach truck, inventory control, and warehouse management within manufacturing (preferred)
• Required Excel, WMS, ERP
• Attributes: Detail orientation, problem‑solving, teamwork, and clear communication.
• Eligibility: Legally entitled to work in Canada,
• Must have a valid counterbalance and reach truck license.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand for extended periods during production operations.
• Frequent use of hands and arms to handle materials, operate tools, and assemble components.
• May be required to lift, carry, or move parts and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional bending, reaching, and walking within the production area.

Schedule:

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 7:45am-4:15pm
• Shift timings and schedules may change from time to time based on operational requirements.

Compensation:

• $20-$25/hr

Our Benefits:

• Employer-paid benefit plan
• Competitive retirement plan
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive team environment
• A stable and growing industry!

This position is being advertised because the role is currently vacant and requires staffing. As required under Ontario’s employment-standards regulations, this publicly advertised posting is for an existing vacancy. Interested applicants are welcome to submit their application for consideration

Join Us: 

ASSA ABLOY welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. Experience a safer and more open world with Wesko Locks. Apply today and take the next step in your career!