Material Handler

Role overview

Eaton is hiring a Material Handler for its Milton, Ontario manufacturing site, the company’s largest facility in Canada. The site is known for large custom electrical build projects and a workplace culture that emphasizes inclusion, diversity, and support for Canadian infrastructure through environmentally responsible, energy-efficient solutions.

This is an on-site full-time role. Working hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The hourly wage is CAD 22 to 25, and the role also qualifies for a variable incentive program. The pay range is a general guide and may vary based on skills, experience, qualifications, and business or market needs.

What you will do

• Follow written instructions, verbal directions, system-generated picking documents, and established work procedures.
• Check that part numbers align with packing slips and that quantities are accurate.
• Receive incoming parts at the dock or truck bay, move them to the correct locations, and complete receiving paperwork.
• Assemble shipment containers, record weights, and attach the correct shipping labels and documentation.
• Pick, pack, move, put away, wrap, and load skids of different sizes and weights.
• Work with the warehouse office, customer service, drivers, and carriers to help ensure accurate deliveries.
• Pick and count material accurately across a range of weights and sizes.
• Assist teammates with various warehouse tasks as needed.
• Support dock operations when required.
• Operate lift equipment safely to move materials in and out of high-bay racking and throughout the plant.
• Perform cycle counts and audits.
• Partner with managers and coworkers to promote a safety-first, continuous-improvement culture.
• Resolve routine warehouse issues.
• Empty waste and recycling bins, including wood, wire, steel, garbage, and cardboard.
• Clear pending transactions.

What success looks like

The right candidate will bring strong experience in material handling within a manufacturing setting and a solid understanding of the tools and equipment used in the function. Quick learning ability, comfort in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to communicate well with both office and production teams are important. The role also calls for someone who can help improve material handling processes, maintain detailed documentation, and consistently work with a safety-first mindset while respecting inclusion and diversity.

Success in the position also depends on maintaining a clean workspace, showing a strong work ethic, and demonstrating patience and understanding in a busy production environment.

Additional information

This posting is for an existing vacancy. Eaton notes that it uses artificial intelligence to help recommend and source candidates, but hiring decisions are made by company leaders through a structured interview process, not by AI.

Equal opportunity and benefits

Eaton states that it provides equal employment opportunities and uses balanced selection criteria that avoid unlawful discrimination based on protected characteristics. The company also offers health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and programs for paid and unpaid time away from work. Availability of specific benefits may depend on eligibility factors such as location, hire date, and collective bargaining agreement applicability.

Workplace expectations

The role is based in Milton and requires in-person attendance. The selected candidate will spend approximately 30% to 40% of the time operating a forklift and must also be willing to perform picking duties when needed. The environment is fast-moving and may require multitasking, strong organization, effective time management, and good PC skills, including MS Office 365, Outlook, and RF scanners.

Eligibility and location requirements

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Canada without employer sponsorship. Only candidates who live within 80 km of Milton will be considered, and relocation assistance is not provided.

Compensation note

The stated pay range is provided as a guideline only and may be adjusted based on candidate qualifications and business considerations. The role is eligible for a variable incentive program.