Loader Operator

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

Role: Loader / Operator

Job Summary: Reporting to the Shipping Supervisor, the Loader / Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient loading and unloading of raw materials and finished products. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, particularly in forklift operation, and the ability to work from a pick list to locate and move materials accurately.

Compensation: (as per wage transparency law / unionized plant)

Benefits

• Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Employee Support and Mental Wellness
• Short term disability
• 401k Match
• Paid vacation
• Floating days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Engagement Events
• Awards and Recognition
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Perks & Discounts

Job Responsibilities

• Safely operate a sit-down forklift with a valid certification.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Communicate with drivers to ensure accurate and safe loading/unloading.
• Use pick lists to locate materials in the yard or warehouse.
• Identify product locations using signage and apply FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles.
• Direct truck drivers to appropriate loading/unloading areas.
• Support other shipping and scale house duties as needed.
• Understand and follow railcar unloading procedures, Trackmobile operation, and railroad safety.
• Adhere to all IKO safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Required: Able to work flexible, production shifts 8/10/12 hours
• Minimum 1 year of proven forklift operating experience preferred
• Comfortable with working in a dusty environment
• Manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Fluent in verbal and written English
• Ability to follow direction and specific instructions
• Good communication skills
• Able to pass forklift certification class and test.
• Able to read and interpret pick lists.
• Willing to work overtime, including weekends.
• Must pass a fit-for-duty physical.
• Capable of lifting up to 76 lbs unassisted.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.