Forklift Operator

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Forklift Operator to join our dynamic warehouse team in the Burlington/Oakville area. In this role, you will be responsible for operating specialized equipment including Swing Reach, Order Picker, and Single Pallet Rider forklifts to manage inventory, fulfill customer orders, and support daily material handling operations. This is a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity with a strong potential for long-term growth and permanent hire for the right candidate.

Advantages
Competitive Pay: $22.00/hr

Temp-to-Perm Opportunity: Direct pathway to permanent placement based on performance and attendance.

Consistent Hours: Reliable full-time day and afternoon shift options available.

Great Work Environment: Clean, organized, safety-first warehouse facility.

Transit Accessible: Convenient location in the Burlington/Oakville corridor.

Responsibilities
Safely and efficiently operate Swing Reach, Order Picker (Cherry Picker), and Single Pallet Rider equipment.

Pick, stage, load, and unload shipments according to work orders and pick sheets.

Maneuver equipment through narrow aisles and perform elevated warehouse tasks safely.

Perform RF scanning, inventory counts, and stock put-away.

Assist with general labour tasks as required, including manual sorting, palletizing, wrapping, and keeping work areas clean.

Conduct daily forklift pre-shift inspections and report any maintenance or safety hazards immediately.

Qualifications

Valid and current Forklift License/Certification (must cover Order Picker / Narrow Aisle Reach equipment).
Proven hands-on experience operating a Swing Reach truck and Order Picker.
Experience operating a Single Pallet Rider / Electric Pallet Jack.
Prior experience with both machine operation and general labour duties in a warehouse or distribution environment.
Ability to comfortably work at high elevations (for swing reach/order picker operations).
Valid CSA-approved steel-toed safety boots.

Strong attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to health and safety standards.

Summary
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We are also committed to providing an accessible hiring process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know so we can work with you to meet your needs.


If you're an experienced individual looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you, apply today! Apply directly through this ad or send your resume directly to the following consultants, stating the job role in the email subject line: jonathan.cadavid@randstad.ca

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.