Forklift Operator | Steady Hours
- NS, Canada
- Brookfield, NS, B0N 1C0, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Looking for steady, full-time work with room to grow? Marwood is hiring a Forklift Operator for our treating plant in Brookfield, NS. If you’re reliable, safety-conscious, and comfortable operating industrial equipment in a busy production environment, this could be a great fit for you.
Location – 66 Pleasant Valley Rd, Brookfield, NS
Schedule – Possible shift work
- Days (Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–4:30 pm)
- Nights (Monday–Friday, 4:30 pm–1:00 am)
Responsibilities & Requirements
This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced treating plant environment. You will operate a 12,000 lb. CAT forklift to move lumber, support daily treating plant operations, and carry out housekeeping and other general labour tasks as required. Responsibilities include:
- Loading wrapping chains with lumber to be wrapped.
- Loading cylinder carts with lumber to be treated.
- Operating a forklift safely and efficiently in a busy industrial environment.
- Assisting with other treating plant duties as assigned.
- Performing general labour and material-handling duties as required.
You must be able to reliably commute, work day or night shifts, and communicate in English. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, punctual, and a team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Forklift certification is preferred; candidates with at least 2 years of forklift operating experience will also be considered.
What’s in it for you ?
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Consistent hours and steady work
- Growth opportunities for dependable employees
- Benefits upon completion of the probationary period, including health, dental, and RRSP
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access from day one
Who we are
Marwood Ltd. is a leading producer of premium forest products serving residential, commercial, and industrial markets across North America and Europe, with operations in Atlantic Canada.
We are a team-focused workplace built on respect, reliability, and hard work, offering steady employment and long-term opportunity. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fairness, inclusion, and employment equity.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Apply here or send us your resume today!
Marwood Ltd. – Attention: Human Resources
Email: careersns@marwoodltd.com
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Forklift Operator will safely operate a 12,000 lb. CAT forklift to move lumber and support daily treating plant operations. Responsibilities also include loading cylinder carts, performing general labour, and maintaining a clean work environment.
Requirements
Candidates must be reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work day or night shifts in a fast-paced industrial environment. At least 2 years of forklift operating experience or a valid forklift certification is preferred.
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Industrial equipment operation
- Material handling
- Safety consciousness
- Housekeeping
- General labour
- Teamwork
- Punctuality
- Communication
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- RRSP
- Employee Assistance Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Manufacturing
- Logistics
- Trades
Keywords
- Forklift Operator
- Industrial Equipment
- Material Handling
- Lumber
- Treating Plant
- Safety
- CAT Forklift
- Manufacturing
- Logistics
- Full-time
- Shift Work
- General Labour
- Housekeeping
- Forest Products
- Operations