Warehouse | Forklift Operator

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Forklift Operator / General Labourer for a distribution center in Brampton. Operating on a stable day-shift schedule (8:30 AM to 5:00 PM), this position is a 30/70 split between operating material handling equipment and executing general warehouse duties.

This role is ideal for a punctual team player who thrives in a busy environment, handles manual order picking with high accuracy, and works well both independently and as part of a team.

Advantages
Competitive Compensation: $21.50 per hour.

Predictable Schedule: Standard day shift (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM) with no weekend or overnight hours.

Supportive Onboarding: Comprehensive first-week onboarding and training provided.

Team Collaboration: Team-assisted lifting for oversized or heavy items.

Responsibilities
General Warehouse & Material Handling (70%): Manual order picking using paper pick slips (75% of order fulfillment), packing, wrapping skids, strapping pallets, and operating pallet jacks or skill saws as needed.

Forklift Operation (30%): Safely operate Counterbalance and Reach forklifts to move, stack, and stage materials across the warehouse.

Shipping & Receiving: Process incoming and outgoing shipments, utilizing RF scanners for roughly 25% of digital tracking tasks.

Facility Maintenance: Maintain inventory accuracy, keep workstations organized, and adhere to all facility health and safety standards.

Qualifications
Licensing: Valid, externally issued Counterbalance and Reach Forklift Licenses.

Experience: Minimum 1 year of hands-on warehouse and forklift operating experience.

Workplace Skills: Strong communication, basic computer literacy, and high accuracy when picking orders manually from paper lists.

Physical Demands & Gear: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly; must provide own CSA-approved safety shoes.

Independence: Strong ability to stay focused, prioritize tasks, and work efficiently with minimal direct supervision.

Summary
An excellent opportunity for a dependable worker with both machinery and general labour experience who wants steady day hours in Brampton during peak season. Please share your updated resume and a copy of your forklift licence to glenda.de.freitas@randstad.ca

Please 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.

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