Forklift Operator

About the Role:

We are looking to welcome an energetic self-starter, mechanically inclined and detail-oriented Forklift Driver to join our Logistics team. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a team-oriented environment and embraces our Continuous Improvement working culture. We are hiring at our Mitchell Island location at 11300 Twigg Place for the morning shift:

• Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Compensation

The typical hiring range for this position is $20.50-23.00/hour depending on level of experience.

• Monthly Profit Sharing for all team members
• Health & Dental benefits for you and your family
• Vacation starting at 3 weeks per year
• Paid Days Off for Volunteering, celebrating your birthday, and other flexible time off
• RRSP with employer matching
• Employee Education Assistance
• Fun, Supportive work culture 

Who We Are:

Established in 1982, Great Little Box Company is a family-owned and operated leading manufacturer of Labels, Corrugated Boxes & Displays, Folding Cartons, Digital Print & Packaging, Protective Packaging, and the distribution of Shipping Supplies.

We take pride in our initiatives to make safety a priority. We demonstrate this with our structured in-house training, providing personal protective equipment and our innovative and supportive culture.

At Great Little Box Company, we aim to create a workplace of belonging in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. We strive to build and grow our team that fosters variety in backgrounds, experiences and skills. We embrace inclusiveness in our workplace, so we can utilize each person’s talents and strengths.

Responsibilities:

• Pick and stage orders in the warehouse
• Load and unload trucks
• Operate an electric sit-down counterbalance safely and efficiently
• Use barcode system to locate product in the warehouse
• Unload production lines and put away product in the warehouse as required
• Ensure all equipment is operating properly and inform appropriate personnel of any problems
• Count inventory as required
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while operating a forklift
• Comfortable working outside from time to time sorting pallets and bringing pallets to production
• Other general warehouse duties as required

Qualifications:

• Current forklift certificate class 1, 4, 5 required
• 3-5 years of forklift experience required
• Certification with high-reach forklift is considered an asset
• Effective communication skills and ability to follow instructions
• Ability to work well with people in a team environment
• Experience working in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, as this position requires lifting, bending, and moderate physical exertion
• Ability to multi-task
• A positive ‘can do’ attitude

GLBC is fully committed to two things – our employees and our customers. We offer employee-based recognition and reward programs, including profit sharing, continuous improvement incentives, and companywide performance goals. We emphasize teamwork but value individual contributions to the team. Come join our winning team. We’re passionate, energetic, and committed to providing excellence in packaging solutions.

Great Little Box Company is located at 11300 Twigg Place, Mitchell Island, Richmond, BC and is not in transit-friendly area. Please take this into consideration when applying.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.