Forklift Operator
- Abbotsford, BC, Canada
$22 to $26 CAD / hour · Temporary
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Job details
- Pay
- $22 to $26 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Temporary
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience operating forklifts in an industrial setting.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Our client, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the manufacturing shop team supporting day-to-day production by safely moving and stacking products. The ideal candidate will bring a strong commitment to workplace safety, the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced industrial environment, and clear communication and teamwork to keep operations running smoothly.
Job Title: Forklift Operator
Location: Abbotsford, BC
Pay Range: $22-26/hr
Shift: Must be able to work morning, afternoon and evening shift
Temp to Perm
What's the Job?
- Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to transport products safely and efficiently.
- Load and unload trucks, ensuring materials are properly secured.
- Move, stack, and organize products in storage areas to support smooth workflow.
- Perform routine inspections and maintenance checks on forklifts to help keep equipment in safe working order.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, reporting equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to supervisors immediately.
What's Needed?
- Minimum 2 years of experience operating forklifts in an industrial setting.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to forklift operation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Physical ability to lift heavy materials and work in varying weather conditions.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with the production team.
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to contribute directly to manufacturing operations by keeping materials moving safely and accurately.
- Structured work expectations with clear reporting to the Shift Supervisor.
- Regular safety training and safety-focused team culture.
- Full-time role in an industrial environment where reliability and safe operation matter.
- A chance to build consistency and confidence through routine equipment checks and safe handling practices.
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.
Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.
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More about this job
Responsibilities
The Forklift Operator at Manpower will run forklifts and other material handling equipment to move and stack products safely. They will load and unload trucks, do routine forklift inspections, and report equipment problems to supervisors.
Requirements
Candidates need at least 2 years of industrial forklift experience and knowledge of forklift safety rules. They must be able to lift heavy materials, work in varying weather, and work well in a fast-paced team.
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Material handling equipment
- Load and unload trucks
- Product stacking and organization
- Forklift inspection and maintenance
- Workplace safety protocols
- Safety regulations knowledge
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Multitasking in fast-paced environments
- Physical lifting
Benefits
- Regular safety training
Categories
- Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
Keywords
- Forklift Operator
- Forklift
- Material Handling
- Warehouse
- Manufacturing
- Shipping and Receiving
- Truck Loading
- Pallet Stacking
- Inventory
- Industrial Equipment Operator
- Equipment Inspection
- Temp to Perm
- Abbotsford
- Manpower
Seniority
Mid level
Perks
- Paid training
Tools
- forklift
- material handling equipment
Languages
- English