Fork Lift Operator

Graham Packaging International; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Graham Packaging is seeking a Fork Lift Operator in Mississauga, responsible for loading and unloading materials, ensuring inventory accuracy, and supporting production. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, a forklift operator’s certificate, and strong problem-solving skills in a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school required, preference for college diploma.
• Current forklift operator’s certificate required.
• Courses in hydraulics, pneumatics, or electronics are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload and move products using forklift.
• Inspect incoming goods and maintain shipping records.
• Ensure production supplies are adequately stocked.

Skills

Problem solving

Quality management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

College diploma in facility operation

Forklift operator’s certificate

Job description

Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life.

For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here.

At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce.

We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.

Graham Packaging Canada Limited is looking for a Fork Lift Operator based in Mississauga, ON.

Lift Truck Operators are responsible for loading/unloading trailers and supplying production with skids, boxes, and/or partitions, together with removing and storing finished goods.

Job Functions/Tasks

• Load, unload and move products and materials using forklift, and where necessary by pump truck equipment.
• Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents, record shortages and reject damaged goods.
• Unpack, code and route goods to appropriate storage areas.
• Accurately complete and maintain shipping/receiving records.
• Ensure production has an adequate supply of skids, boxes, and/or partitions.
• Tape, stack, tie and tag finished product to skids.
• Store full skids in warehouse and maintains accurate inventory paperwork.
• Prepare labels, seals or tags for production run as required.
• Keep shipping/receiving and warehouse areas clean and free of safety hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor to ensure continuous production runs.
  
  
  

Job Requirements

• Completion of high school as a minimum with a preference to a college diploma in a discipline related to facility operation and maintenance, OR an equivalent combination of technical training and experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Completion of courses in hydraulics, pneumatics or electronics systems are beneficial.
• Possesses superior problem solving and quality management skills.
• Have excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Must have the ability to work independently within a defined/documented schedule.
• Has strong interpersonal skills and works to maintain constructive working relationships.
• Maintains a current forklift operator’s certificate and a valid driver’s license.
• Has a clear understanding of potential health and safety hazards within a manufacturing facility and is knowledgeable of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Legislation.
  
  
  

At Graham Packaging Canada, we believe in building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We are committed to equal opportunity and fairness in all aspects of employment and to following the Ontario Human Rights Code.