About This Role
A forklift operator who works carefully and keeps a tidy warehouse will fit well in the logistics team. This role involves safely operating double deep reach and counterbalance forklifts in a busy manufacturing and production facility, handling materials, and supporting various warehouse activities. It is a physically demanding position with the opportunity for permanent employment based on performance.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate Toyota Double Deep Reach and Counterbalance forklifts
- Load and unload materials throughout the warehouse and production areas
- Replenish production materials and complete put-aways
- Move raw materials, finished products, and other materials as required
- Support shipping, receiving, and inventory activities
- Complete daily forklift inspections and report any equipment or safety concerns
- Follow proper material-handling procedures and maintain accurate inventory movement
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Assist with general warehouse duties, including sweeping, hand-packing, and material handling
- Follow all site safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements
- Perform other warehouse and production support duties as assigned
Requirements
- Must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Valid Double Deep Reach and Counterbalance forklift certification
- Minimum 2 years of recent forklift operating experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check
- WHMIS and Health & Safety training/certification
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform physical material-handling tasks throughout the shift
- Comfortable working in a dusty and noisy manufacturing environment
- Strong attendance, punctuality, reliability, and work ethic
Nice to have:
- Previous experience operating Toyota reach equipment
Benefits
Important Details
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
- Shift premium: $1.00/hour
- Contract: temporary to permanent based on performance, attendance, and overall fit
- Start date: immediate
- Working environment: unionized, minimal overtime, dusty and noisy manufacturing environment
- Personal belongings: must be stored in the lunchroom as no lockers are available
- Screening requirement: comfortable working in an environment with exposure to dust, construction-related materials, and chemical products
