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Performance Team

Forklift Operator

Cambridge, ON, Canada

$20.820 per hour · Full-time

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Pay: $20.820 per hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 30, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 31, 2026

Original job description

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About Us

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us!

If you are seeking to be a part of a family, this is the place for you!

Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. handles end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics needs utilizing our strategic network of storage facilities. Our facilities are capable of receiving, storing, processing and dispatching cargo, so we can build flexibility and resilience into the supply chain process. Our integrated solutions allow us to be prepared for supply chain risks, so we can plan distribution to better achieve lead time and goals despite unexpected conditions. Our extensive experience, connections, and deep expertise across different sectors, industries, and transportation modes, means we can be counted on for process excellence that will save time and money.

Summary: The Forklift Operator oversees loading & unloading materials utilizing a hand truck, reach truck, or forklift. They are to maintain a clean and safe work environment and identify any discrepancies in receiving loads against manifest.

Responsibilities

Utilizing manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist Drivers to load and unload trucks
Material handling may include one or more of the following: picking, packing, scanning, kitting (as applicable), counting products and other like duties
Must ensure timeliness, packaging, and systems work is completed accurately
Identifying and annotating overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D)
Safely operate warehouse equipment, such as forklift, pallet jacks, etc.
Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast-paced environment
Ensure safe and secure work environment including all TSA and OSHA guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School or equivalent required
Previous warehouse experience preferred - 1 year experience
Must be able to use forklifts, pallet jacks and banding/shrink wrap material
Experience using a RF scan gun required
Previous forklift certifications preferred
Must be able to work overtime as needed, occasional weekends
Must be able to read and comprehend work instructions well
Must have the ability to work well with others
High attention to detail required
Must have the ability to work well with others with little supervision
Must be able to lift 50+lbs. unassisted
Must be able to speak, read, and write in English

Physical Requirements

This position requires standing and walking for extended periods of time. Position requires employees to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend and lift objects above their head. Employees must be able to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds unassisted and use pallet jacks and forklifts.

Schedule: 4:30 PM -1:00 AM

Pay

$20.820 per hour

Company Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401k + Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
And more!
The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Performance Team is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Performance Team is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

 

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or perform a job, please email us at accommodationrequests@maersk.com

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Responsibilities

Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment to move, stage, load, and unload freight, while completing material-handling tasks such as picking, packing, scanning, and counting. Check shipments against manifests, report overages, shortages, and damages, and maintain a clean, safe, and secure work environment in accordance with TSA and OSHA guidelines.

Requirements

A high school education or equivalent is required; one year of warehouse experience and prior forklift certification are preferred, and RF scan gun experience is required. Candidates must be able to operate forklifts and pallet jacks, read and follow instructions in English, work with limited supervision, lift more than 50 pounds, and work overtime or occasional weekends as needed.

Skills

Forklift Operation
Pallet Jack Operation
Warehouse Equipment Operation
Freight Staging
Loading and Unloading
Material Handling
Picking and Packing
RF Scanning
Inventory Counting
Kitting
Manifest Reading
Identifying Overages, Shortages, and Damages
Packaging and Shrink Wrapping
Attention to Detail
Following Work Instructions
Teamwork

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) With Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Schedules

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Keywords

Forklift
Reach Truck
Hand Truck
Pallet Jack
RF Scan Gun
Warehouse Operations
Freight
Material Handling
Manifest
Loading and Unloading
Picking
Packing
Scanning
Kitting
Inventory Counting
Overages, Shortages, and Damages
Banding
Shrink Wrap
TSA Guidelines
OSHA Guidelines
Forklift Certification
Supply Chain
Distribution Logistics
Warehouse Safety

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