Material Receiver (Construction)

Company Overview

Fero transforms how communities are built: delivering faster, smarter, and greener buildings tailored for the healthcare, educational, commercial/industrial, and residential sectors. We design and build community-oriented solutions, combining innovative industrialized construction processes with an industry-leading team, a people-first approach, and a state-of-the-art facility. Our goals are to accelerate industrialized construction globally and deliver impactful solutions that uplift communities.

Position Overview

As the material receiver, you will be responsible for coordinating the receipt of material to the plant. This includes the material receipt process, coordinating with deliveries and purchasing and prompt delivery of urgent items to production. You will also assist the inventory team as availability allows.

Key Accountabilities

• Receipt of material including tracking packing slips and communicating material arrival and shortages to involved parties and processing the received material in dynamics.
• Storage of material by project, ensure arriving material is sorted and labeled for use.
• Daily maintenance of the dock area and receiving doors.
• Managing the flow of deliveries into the building and coordinating support needs with the Material Handler Team Lead.
• Maintain inventory accuracy via spot counts and inventory cycle counts and maintain labeling and tagging of material and skids.
• Maintain material handling equipment including daily check lists and routine maintenance.
• Maintain cleanliness of storage workspaces for safety and ease of use.
• Assist Inventory with movement of materials as availability allows.
• Additional duties as requested by Inventory Management.
• Assist all other teammates as opportunity allows.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Fero Code of Business Conduct.

Qualifications

• 2-5 Years of experience in a receiving position.
• Knowledge of construction materials.
• Forklift certification and experience.
• Working knowledge of inventory software (Microsoft Dynamics preferred).
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends if required.
• Flexibility to adjust to business needs.

Physical Requirements

• Must stand for long periods, with frequent lifting up to 50lbs
• Able to work in all weather conditions including outdoors
• Bending, crouching, kneeling, lifting, tight spaces and ladder use
• Working at heights
• Wearing PPE such as safety boots, safety vest, safety glasses and gloves.

Competencies for Success

• Communication skills: ability to ask questions and interact with others.
• Critical thinking: ability to problem solve, able to follow direction and work independently or with a team.
• Curious: willingness to learn
• Resilient: quick to look for ways to solve or improve a situation, Adaptable to various workflows.

Join Fero and Build Your Future

At Fero, we believe your career should be more than a job—it should be a journey of growth and opportunity. We offer an environment where continuous learning and professional development go hand-in-hand with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and programs designed to support your overall wellbeing.

Our Company Perks!

• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Full Health Benefits
• Group Retirement Savings Program
• Opportunity for meaningful growth, both personally and professionally, where your unique background and experience is welcomed and valued
• Other benefits in alignment with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (Liuna 837)

Diversity and Inclusion Matter to Us

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Guided by the Ontario Human Rights Code, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds and encourage applications from underrepresented communities. Your unique perspective helps us innovate and thrive.

Accessibility for All

Fero is dedicated to meeting the goals of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We ensure timely accommodations and an inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require any assistance during the application process, simply let your recruiter know—we’re here to help.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career? We encourage you to apply promptly to ensure your application is considered. This posting is in relation to an existing vacancy. Please note: only selected candidates will be contacted for the next steps in our hiring process.

AI Disclosure Statement

As part of our recruitment process, we use AI-enabled tools to assist with tasks such as screening applications and assessing job-related qualifications. These tools are designed to support efficiency and fairness; however, all hiring decisions are reviewed and confirmed by human recruiters to ensure accuracy and equity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Stoney Creek, ON L8E 6A2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Forklift Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person