Applications are always welcome for Forklift Drivers who have work experience and have a valid certification. This role is not limited to just operating a forklift. You may be directed to do other jobs as assigned like on the production line or general labour.
Wage & Shifts:
- $21.00/hr.
- Monday to Friday
- Must be open to days and afternoons
- Mandatory Saturdays when needed
Required skills, knowledge and abilities;
- 3 years of working experience driving a forklift in a busy warehouse or manufacturing environment
- Valid Forklift certification – will require proof
- Must be able to overhead reach, bend, crouch, push, pull, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds
- Able to work shift work and mandatory weekends when required
- Proficient at writing, speaking, reading and comprehending English
Responsibilities;
- Operate forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise
- Accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle, which includes pre and post shift inspection of vehicle and reporting of any maintenance requirements or issues with the equipment
- Receive and unload inbound shipments, safely move product to storage locations
- Efficiently stack and store products in appropriate areas
- Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage. Report quality variances
- Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped
- Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.
- Efficiently move product to storage and/or to the production line
- Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other power equipment
- Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods
- Work with team members to ensure appropriate records and reports are completed to guarantee tight inventory control and security. Assist in physical inventories when required
- Other duties as assigned
Key Success Skills for this role:
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility and adaptability for various tasks as jobs changes by customer requirements
- Exceptional work ethic, able to work well with others in a team environment