Certified High Reach Fork Lift Driver

Purdys; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on chocolates

Referral bonus program

Internal job postings and growth

Supportive team environment

Century-old company with history

Job summary

Purdys Chocolatier in Vancouver, BC, invites applications for a High Reach Forklift Driver on a permanent full-time basis. You will operate a narrow aisle forklift, pick and prepare orders, and help maintain inventory flow while meeting safety and quality standards.

We value accuracy, teamwork, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced warehouse setting. This role includes employee discounts and opportunities for growth within a storied Canadian company.

Qualifications

• Class 2 Narrow Reach Forklift Certification required.
• Experience operating narrow aisle high-reach forklifts.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good spoken and written English communication skills.
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset.
• CSA-certified safety footwear required.
• Warehouse, shipping, or distribution experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate a narrow aisle high-reach forklift safely and efficiently.
• Pick, scan, sort, and prepare orders for shipment.
• Support inventory movement and warehouse organization.
• Ensure products meet quality standards before shipment.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations and common areas.
• Meet daily productivity and performance targets.
• Follow GMP, SQF, and workplace safety requirements.
• Assist with other warehouse duties as needed.

Skills

Forklift certification

Narrow aisle operation

Attention to detail

Fast-paced work

English communication

Team player

CSA safety footwear

Warehouse experience

Job description

Permanent Full-Time | Vancouver, BC
Expected hourly rate: $20.03 per hour

Love chocolate? Join Canada's Chocolatier.

At Purdys Chocolatier, we've been creating connection and joy through the gift of chocolate for over 115 years. We're proud to be a Canadian-owned company with a strong tradition of quality, teamwork, and employee development.

We're currently looking for a High Reach Forklift Driver to join our Warehouse team in Vancouver. If you're safety-focused, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

At Purdys, you'll be part of a team that helps deliver our chocolates to customers across Canada while enjoying great perks, opportunities for growth, and a workplace where your contributions are valued.

What You'll Do

As a High Reach Forklift Driver, you'll play an important role in keeping our warehouse operations running smoothly. Responsibilities include:

• Operating a narrow aisle high-reach forklift safely and efficiently
• Picking, scanning, sorting, and preparing orders for shipment
• Supporting inventory movement and warehouse organization
• Ensuring products meet quality standards before shipment
• Maintaining clean and organized workstations and common areas
• Meeting daily productivity and performance targets
• Following all GMP, SQF, and workplace safety requirements
• Assisting with other warehouse duties as needed

What You'll Bring

• Class 2 Narrow Reach Forklift Certification
• Experience operating narrow aisle high-reach forklifts
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Good spoken and written English communication skills
• A positive attitude and team-first mindset
• CSA-certified safety footwear
• Previous experience in a warehouse, shipping, or distribution environment is an asset

Schedule & Location

Location: 8330 Chester Street, Vancouver, BC

Availability Required:
Must be available to work 8.5-hour shifts between 6:00 AM and 7:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Why You'll Love Working at Purdys

• Employee discounts on delicious Purdys chocolates
• Referral bonus program
• Opportunity to apply for internal job postings and grow your career
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Work for a well-respected Canadian company with over a century of history
• Stable, permanent full-time employment

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Purdys Chocolatier is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and abilities.

Additional Information

This position is part of a unionized work environment. Union membership is required upon hire.