Production Forklift Operator

Production Forklift Operator – Continental Day Shifts
Location: 201 North Service Road, Burlington, Ontario

WHO WE ARE
The Ippolito Group of Companies has been proudly serving the produce industry for over 80 years. As a family-run business with a strong reputation for quality and care, we continue to grow – and we want you to grow with us!

WHAT WE OFFER

• A stable, long-term career opportunity with steady hours
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunity to work with modern equipment and grow your skills

WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a Production Forklift Operator, you’ll play a key role in keeping production and distribution operations moving smoothly. You will:

• Load and unload trailers as assigned by the Distribution Supervisor or Warehouse Manager
• Sort and scan freight accurately
• Verify product codes and IDs, ensuring correct labeling and rotation of product
• Pick orders as assigned while maintaining proper product rotation
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections of forklift and pallet truck equipment, reporting any hazards immediately
• Communicate shipment discrepancies or errors promptly to supervisors or managers
• Follow all safety, food safety, and sanitation procedures while ensuring PPE is always worn
• Support production and warehouse teams as needed with miscellaneous tasks

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• High School Diploma (required)
• Previous forklift and pallet truck experience with current certification (required)
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Experience in the food industry (asset)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

WORKING CONDITIONS
This role is performed in a production and warehouse environment with a continental day shift schedule. The work involves physical activity including lifting, standing, and operating forklift equipment safely in a busy environment.

JOIN OUR TEAM
If you’re an experienced forklift operator looking for a steady role with a respected, family-run company, this is the opportunity for you.

Hours of Work: Continental Day Shift | 6:10 am to 6:30 pm

Work Arrangement: On-site
Position Type: Non-Union
Employment Status: Full-Time
Compensation: $19.62 per hour

👉 Apply today and Come Grow With Us!

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Disclaimer: We do not use technology-based tools, such as artificial intelligence (AI), to support application screening; all hiring decisions include human review.

At the Ippolito Group, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that every individual has unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives to offer, and we actively seek to create an environment where all employees, job applicants, and stakeholders feel valued, respected, and empowered.

As a job applicant, we encourage you to be your authentic self throughout the application process. Should you require any accommodations please let your recruiter know. Your unique experiences and perspectives are valuable to us and contribute to our collective success. We welcome your questions, feedback, and suggestions as we continue to grow and improve our equity and inclusion initiatives.