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Forklift Operator

  • Concord, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Minimum 2–3 years of forklift operating experience.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Forklift Operator to join our warehouse and manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience operating forklifts safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities


  • Operate forklifts to load, unload, move, and stack materials safely.

  • Transport raw materials, finished products, and pallets throughout the warehouse.

  • Load and unload trucks and shipping containers.

  • Perform daily forklift inspections and report mechanical issues.

  • Ensure proper storage and organization of inventory.

  • Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment when required.

  • Assist with shipping and receiving operations.

  • Verify incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy.

  • Maintain accurate inventory records and documentation.

  • Follow all workplace health and safety procedures.

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

  • Assist with general warehouse duties as needed.


Requirements & Qualifications


  • Minimum 2–3 years of forklift operating experience.

  • Valid forklift certification is mandatory.

  • Experience operating Counterbalance, Raymond Reach, or Walkie forklifts.

  • Previous experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.

  • Strong understanding of forklift safety procedures.

  • Experience loading and unloading trailers.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when required.

  • Basic knowledge of shipping, receiving, and inventory management.

  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

  • Good communication and time-management skills.

  • Safety shoes or steel-toe boots are mandatory.


Preferred Qualifications


  • Experience operating multiple types of forklifts.

  • Familiarity with RF scanners and warehouse management systems.

  • Experience working in a fast-paced distribution centre.

  • Previous experience handling heavy or oversized materials.

More about this job

Responsibilities

Operate forklifts to move, stack, and transport materials, and load and unload trucks and shipping containers. Inspect equipment, support shipping and receiving, verify shipments, maintain inventory records, and keep the work area safe and organized.

Requirements

Requires 2–3 years of forklift operating experience, valid forklift certification, and experience with counterbalance, Raymond Reach, or Walkie forklifts. Candidates should understand forklift safety, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and have basic shipping, receiving, and inventory knowledge; safety footwear is mandatory.

Skills

  • Forklift Operation
  • Forklift Safety
  • Counterbalance Forklift Operation
  • Raymond Reach Forklift Operation
  • Walkie Forklift Operation
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Inventory Management
  • Order Picking and Packing
  • Forklift Inspection
  • Warehouse Organization
  • RF Scanner Use
  • Warehouse Management Systems
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Time Management

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Categories

  • Logistics
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation
  • Security & Safety

Keywords

  • Forklift Operator
  • Forklift Certification
  • Counterbalance Forklift
  • Raymond Reach Forklift
  • Walkie Forklift
  • Warehouse
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution Centre
  • Forklift Safety
  • Forklift Inspections
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Trailers
  • Shipping and Receiving
  • Inventory Management
  • Inventory Records
  • Order Picking
  • Packing
  • Shipment Verification
  • Pallets
  • Raw Materials
  • Finished Products
  • Heavy Materials
  • Oversized Materials
  • RF Scanners
  • Warehouse Management Systems
  • Safety Shoes
  • Steel-Toe Boots

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