Forklift Driver

Sofina Foods Inc.; Brampton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an industry-leading food company as a Material Handler/Forklift Driver. This role involves verifying shipments, loading and unloading trucks, and ensuring accuracy in receiving goods. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, working with a dedicated team while enjoying a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits. If you're a proactive individual with a valid forklift license and a passion for teamwork, this is your chance to contribute to a company committed to quality and excellence in food production.

Benefits

Full benefits (health, dental, vision) after probation

Pension plan

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Valid Forklift, BT, and Raymond Reach license required.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Verify loads and shipments, and load/unload trucks.
• Receive incoming shipments and verify paperwork for accuracy.
• Follow instructions from managers and set up lines.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Valid Forklift license

Tools

Scanners

Job description

Our team is looking for a Material Handler/Fork lift driver for our Goreway, Brampton, ON location.

Join our family of diverse, talented, and dedicated people and become part of an industry leading company as we strive to be the most successful food company in the world

What we have to offer

• Monday - Friday 2:30pm - 11:00pm
• Hourly rate: $23.03 - $24.03
• $1000 referral bonus for each successful referral;
• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) after probation;
• Pension plan;

Main Duties:

• Verify loads and shipment
• Loading and off loading of trucks
• Receiving incoming shipments and verifying the bill of lading and paperwork for accuracy
• Ability to follow and execute instructions given by managers/Supervisors and or Designate
• Setting up of lines
• Moving products to designated areas.
• Putting materials away
• Ability to lift up to 30kgs.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements:

• Valid Forklift, BT and Raymond Reach license is required.
• Must be a Team Player.
• Knowledge and experience using scanners is an asset.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken English skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task with great attention to detail
• Ability to solve problems and possess decision making qualities.
• Should display a positive and proactive attitude.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a rapidly changing environment.
• Knowledge of GMP / HACCP procedures.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety and Compliance procedures.
• Working overtime, as required.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding – lifting up to 30kgs
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Cold/refrigerated (4 degrees C)

Sofina Foods Inc. is a privately owned Canadian company headquartered in Markham, Ontario, Canada dedicated to providing great-tasting, high-quality food products for consumers.

Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements , for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.