Forklift Operator
- Windsor, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- At least 1 year of experience in warehouse management, with the related certification
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
We are seeking a dynamic and driven candidate interested in joining a fast-growing global automotive company.
The Forklift Operator plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient and safe handling of materials within a manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for the accurate receipt, storage, and dispatch of products, contributing directly to the smooth operation of the supply chain. The Warehouse Operator will operate forklifts and other power equipment to move heavy materials, ensuring that inventory is organized and accessible. Attention to safety protocols and operational procedures is paramount to prevent accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards. Ultimately, this role supports production schedules and customer satisfaction by maintaining timely and accurate warehouse operations.
Responsibilities
The Forklift Operator plays a critical role in ensuring the efficient and safe handling of materials within a manufacturing environment. This position is responsible for the accurate receipt, storage, and dispatch of products, contributing directly to the smooth operation of the supply chain. The Warehouse Operator will operate forklifts and other power equipment to move heavy materials, ensuring that inventory is organized and accessible. Attention to safety protocols and operational procedures is paramount to prevent accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards. Ultimately, this role supports production schedules and customer satisfaction by maintaining timely and accurate warehouse operations.
Responsibilities
- Operate forklift equipment safely and efficiently (counterbalance, propane)
- Support sequencing and material flow for production requirements
- Load and unload trailers, verify quantities, and inspect loads
- Move materials between storage zones, docks, sequencing areas, and repack stations
- Follow FIFO and inventory rotation procedures
- Assist with repacking and label verification as needed
- Complete daily forklift inspection sheets
- Maintain 5S and clean work areas
- Follow traffic flow signage, pedestrian boardwalks, and safety protocols
- Identify, tag, and segregate non‑conforming material
- Communicate issues to supervisors, quality, or team leads
- At least 1 year of experience in warehouse management, with the related certification
- Valid forklift operation qualification certificate
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic understanding of warehouse safety standards and procedures.
- Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
- Experience working in a manufacturing warehouse environment.
- Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) or inventory software
- Additional certifications related to material handling or safety training.
- Basic mechanical skills for minor equipment maintenance.
- Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with team members and supervisors.
- International development platform
- Dynamic and efficient team
- All-round personal improvement
- Personalized humanistic care
- Diversified working atmosphere
- Modern office setting
- Competitive compensation package
More about this job
Responsibilities
Operate forklifts and other power equipment to receive, store, move, and dispatch materials while supporting production sequencing and material flow. Maintain accurate inventory practices, inspect loads and equipment, follow safety and 5S procedures, and report non-conforming materials or operational issues.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least one year of warehouse management experience, a valid forklift operation qualification certificate, and a high school diploma or equivalent. They should understand warehouse safety, be able to perform physically demanding work, follow instructions accurately, and communicate effectively; manufacturing warehouse, WMS, safety training, and basic mechanical experience are advantageous.
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Material Handling
- Warehouse Operations
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse Management Systems
- Production Sequencing
- Loading And Unloading
- Load Inspection
- FIFO Inventory Rotation
- Repacking And Label Verification
- Forklift Inspections
- 5S
- Warehouse Safety
- Non-Conforming Material Handling
- Communication
- Basic Equipment Maintenance
Benefits
- International Development Platform
- Dynamic And Efficient Team
- Personal Development
- Personalized Employee Care
- Diverse Working Environment
- Modern Office Setting
Visa sponsorship
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- Logistics
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
- Trades
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Forklift
- Counterbalance Forklift
- Propane Forklift
- Power Equipment
- Material Handling
- Warehouse Management
- Manufacturing Warehouse
- Supply Chain
- Production Sequencing
- Material Flow
- Loading And Unloading
- Load Inspection
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse Management System
- Inventory Software
- FIFO
- Inventory Rotation
- Repacking
- Label Verification
- Forklift Inspection
- 5S
- Warehouse Safety
- Traffic Flow Signage
- Pedestrian Boardwalks
- Non-Conforming Materials
- Material Handling Certification
- Equipment Maintenance
- Automotive