Jobs in Kitchener, ON and nearby (8,471 jobs)

Jobs within 25 km of Kitchener, ON, Canada. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

8,471 listings · 1,819 employers Counted Nov 15, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include University of Waterloo (246 listings), Randstad Canada (216 listings), Loblaw Companies Limited (196 listings).

Common roles: Retail sales associate, Software developer, Cashier.

2,389 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

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Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	23.00	1,660
CAD / year	76,222.00	672

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Workplace classifications: 0% remote, 16% hybrid, 80% on-site, 4% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

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Randstad Canada

Shipper/Receiver + Forklift Operator

Kitchener, ON, Canada

$22 CAD / hour · Contract

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Job details

Pay: $22 CAD / hour
Job type: Contract
Apply by: Dec 20, 2026
Experience: Experience: 1–2 years of proven experience in shipping, receiving, and inventory control within a industrial setting.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 22, 2026

Original job description

Shipper / Receiver with Forklift Day Shift (Fridays Off Early!)

Location: Kitchener, ON
Pay Rate: $22.00 / hour
Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract to Hire (Long-Term Opportunity)

Elevate Your Career with a Premier Equipment Manufacturer!
Looking to step into a stable, high-impact warehouse role where your precision and forklift expertise are valued? We are hiring a dedicated Shipper Receiver to join a market-leading team in Kitchener specializing in custom mobile shredding machinery.

If you thrive in a dynamic manufacturing setting, take pride in tight inventory management, and want a schedule built around work-life balance, this position is custom-made for you.

Advantages
- Great Pay: Earn $22.00/hr with regular weekly pay.
- Unbeatable Schedule: Straight day shifts (Monday to Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
- Early Fridays: Finish your work week at 1:00 PM every Friday and jumpstart your weekend!
- Career Growth: Strong potential for long-term permanent placement with a industry leader.
- Specialized Environment: Gain valuable hands-on experience in high-density, custom machinery logistics.
- Dedicated Support: Work alongside Randstad’s top-tier manufacturing and logistics recruitment team.

Responsibilities
- Material Handling & Forklift Operation: Safely execute loading/unloading of flatbeds and containers using a counterbalance forklift.
- Shipping & Receiving Operations: Inspect incoming materials, verify packing slips against purchase orders, and flag discrepancies or damages.
- Inventory Control Specialist: Conduct regular cycle counts, track inventory movements, and maintain accurate records in the digital system.
- Warehouse Layout Optimization: Keep a high-density, compact warehouse space organized and optimized for lean manufacturing operations.
- Logistics & Documentation: Generate shipping labels, draft bills of lading (BOL), and coordinate freight pickups with third-party carriers.
- Production Support: Ensure assembly and production lines receive necessary parts and raw materials without delay.

Qualifications
- Experience: 1–2 years of proven experience in shipping, receiving, and inventory control within a industrial setting.
- Forklift Skills: Practical competency operating a counterbalance forklift in tight, high-volume spaces.
- Tech-Savvy: Comfortable navigating digital inventory software, tracking databases, and basic computer applications.
- Commute: Reliable transportation to Kitchener, ON for a sharp 7:00 AM daily start.
- Mindset: Strong commitment to safety standards, high accuracy, and keen attention to detail.

Summary
Ready to Make Your Move? Apply Today!

Don't miss out on a schedule that gives you your Friday afternoons back! Jobs with this balance and competitive pay fill quickly. Take the next step in your career right now using any of these 3 easy methods:
- Apply Directly: Click the "Apply Now" button on this page to submit your resume immediately.
- Explore More: Visit randstad.ca to browse other exciting manufacturing and logistics opportunities in Kitchener.
- Use the App: Download the Randstad Mobile App (available on iOS and Android) to apply with one tap and manage your job search on the go!

*Note: 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.

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.

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More about this job

Responsibilities

The shipper/receiver at Randstad Canada will load and unload trucks and containers with a forklift, check incoming goods against purchase orders, and keep inventory counts accurate. The role also prepares shipping labels and bills of lading and supports the production line with parts.

Requirements

Candidates need 1 to 2 years of shipping, receiving and inventory experience in an industrial setting, practical counterbalance forklift skills, and comfort with inventory software. They must have reliable transportation to Kitchener for a 7:00 AM start.

Skills

Counterbalance forklift operation
Loading and unloading flatbeds and containers
Shipping and receiving
Inventory control
Cycle counting
Inventory software
Bill of lading preparation
Shipping label generation
Freight pickup coordination
Discrepancy and damage reporting
Warehouse organization
Lean manufacturing support
Attention to detail
Safety compliance
Basic computer applications

Benefits

Regular weekly pay
Early Fridays
Long-term permanent placement potential

Keywords

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receiving
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forklift
counterbalance forklift
inventory control
cycle counts
warehouse
bill of lading
BOL
shipping labels
packing slips
purchase orders
lean manufacturing
material handling
logistics
manufacturing
Kitchener
contract to hire
Randstad

Seniority

Entry level

Tools

counterbalance forklift
digital inventory software
tracking databases

Languages

English

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