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Forklift Operator – Material Handler

  • Brantford, ON, Canada

$21 to $24 CAD / hour · Contract

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Pay
$21 to $24 CAD / hour
Job type
Contract
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Experience
Experience: 1+ years operating in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution center.
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Location: Brantford, ON Pay: $21 – $24/hr (Weekly Pay)
Hours: Full-Time Straight Shifts or Continental Rotations
Immediate openings for licensed Forklift Drivers in Brantford! Get regular weekly hours, steady year-round work, and modern machinery.

Perks:

Weekly pay via direct deposit ($21.00 – $24.00/hr)
Overtime opportunities available weekly
Well-maintained, late-model lift trucks (ergonomic seats, modern controls)
Clean, organized, safety-conscious work environment
Option for continental shifts (7 days off every 14 days)

Key Duties:

Staging pallets, raw materials, bins, and bulk items to production cells.
Moving completed goods to shipping docks and staging lines.
Performing daily pre-shift equipment safety checks.

Requirements:

Valid Forklift Certification.
Proven punctuality and daily reliability.
Comfortable operating safely around plant floor staff.
Reliable transportation to work sites in Brantford.

Advantages
Pay & Perks: $21.00–$24.00/hr, paid weekly, with optional benefits.
Flexible Shifts: Choose from days, afternoons, nights, or rotating 12-hour shifts.
Work Environment: Clean, safe, and equipped with ergonomic machinery.
Career Growth: Direct pathways from temporary placement to permanent full-time roles.

Responsibilities
Equipment Operation: Safely and skillfully operate Raymond Reach, Counterbalance, Walkie, and Order Picker trucks.
Shipping & Receiving: Load/unload trailers, stage outbound shipments, and store or retrieve high-bay pallet inventory.
Inventory Accuracy: Scan inbound and outbound freight accurately to keep system records up to date.
Safety & Maintenance: Complete daily pre-shift inspections, report defects immediately, and maintain clear, clean aisleways.

Qualifications
Certification: Valid forklift license (Counterbalance, Reach, Order Picker, Dockstocker, or Walkie).
Experience: 1+ years operating in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution center.
Safety First: Proven record of accident-free operation and strict adherence to PPE standards.
Work Ethic: Punctual, detail-driven, and dependable with excellent attendance.

Summary
Ways to apply:

- Apply directly to this ad
- Visit www.randstad.ca to search by job title and apply online
- send your resume on ekjot.mehmy@randstad.ca with Subject line "FL operator - Brantford"

Disclaimer - This is a general posting for future talent needs at Randstad. By applying, you agree to be added to our talent pool and may be contacted for a general screening as new positions arise. Even if the timing isn't right today, applying now puts you at the top of our list for future openings!


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.
More about this job

Responsibilities

The Forklift Operator will move pallets, raw materials and completed goods to production cells and shipping docks. The role also includes daily pre-shift equipment safety checks.

Requirements

Candidates need a valid forklift certification and at least one year of warehouse or distribution experience. Reliability, punctuality and a strong safety record are required.

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Reach truck operation
  • Counterbalance forklift operation
  • Order picker operation
  • Walkie pallet truck operation
  • Dockstocker operation
  • Pre-shift equipment inspection
  • Pallet staging
  • Load and unload trailers
  • Inventory scanning
  • Warehouse management system scanning
  • High-bay pallet storage and retrieval
  • Aisle and safety compliance
  • PPE compliance
  • Material handling

Benefits

  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Optional benefits
  • Pathway to permanent full-time roles

Categories

  • Logistics
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation

Keywords

  • forklift operator
  • forklift driver
  • material handler
  • reach truck
  • counterbalance forklift
  • order picker
  • walkie
  • dockstocker
  • warehouse
  • distribution centre
  • shipping and receiving
  • inventory
  • pallet staging
  • manufacturing
  • continental shift
  • contract
  • Brantford
  • Randstad

Seniority

Entry level

Tools

  • Reach truck
  • Counterbalance forklift
  • Order picker
  • Walkie pallet truck
  • Dockstocker

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