Why We’re More Than Trailers
For 45 years, Southland Trailers has been building more than trailers — we’ve been building a company where people come first. Today, we’re one of Canada’s largest trailer manufacturers with 560+ team members and a simple operating philosophy: people first, processes second, products third.
We believe in hard work, open communication, a positive attitude, continuous improvement, and leading with humility and respect. Using LEAN manufacturing and modern technology, we design and build high-quality trailers while constantly finding better ways to work.
At Southland, you’ll find a collaborative, hands-on environment where ideas are welcomed, initiative is valued, and your work makes a real impact.
If you’re driven, curious, and want to grow with a company that’s going places — you’ll fit right in.
The Role
As a Materials Handler, you’ll be responsible for moving, staging, and organizing materials within our warehouse and yard. You’ll work closely with both the Materials Handling and Materials Processing teams to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient material flow.
What You'll Do
- Move material between Materials Handling and Production areas based on daily schedules
- Stage material for transportation to production facilities
- Load and unload material safely and efficiently
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment
- Verify material quantities and part numbers
- Keep material areas clean, organized, and clearly labeled
- Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE
- Identify shortages, damaged material, or discrepancies and communicate to the team
- Support inventory accuracy and participate in cycle counts as required
What You Bring
- Experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or materials handling role is an asset
- Forklift experience or certification is strongly preferred
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable working on your feet for most of the shift
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- Reliable, punctual, and safety-minded
- Basic computer or scanner experience is an asset
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Southland Trailers, we build big things — and we back the people who build them.
- Strong Pay with regular performance reviews — because effort should be rewarded
- Real Growth — training, development, and advancement opportunities that actually lead somewhere
- Compressed Workweek — for better work life balance
- A Culture That Has Fun — Social Club events like wing nights, hockey games, family events, BBQs, bowling, and more
- Benefits That Matter — comprehensive coverage for you and your family
- RRSP Matching — future you will thank you
- Hot Food On Site — fresh breakfast, lunch, and snacks in our in-house cafeterias
- Stable, Growing Company — 45+ years in business and still expanding
- Certified Living Wage Employer and named one of HRDC’s Best Places to Work (2024 & 2025)
How to Apply
Think you’ve got what it takes? Send us your resume.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
By applying, you consent to Southland Trailers contacting you via the phone number and email address provided. Southland Trailers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.
