Forklift Driver / Production Assistant

STRIVE Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking a Forklift Driver / Production Assistant located in Cambridge, Canada. This role involves ensuring production areas are well-supplied and maintaining efficient workflow. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of forklift experience and possesses a valid forklift license. Competitive salary starting at $25/hr, with benefits and opportunities for career advancement are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary with wage progression

RRSP matching

Medical and dental benefits

Annual safety shoes reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience operating a Forklift in a production environment.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced and organized manufacturing environment.
• Valid forklift license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production areas are supplied with necessary materials.
• Collect, wrap, scan, and store finished products.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Time management

Team player

Clear communication

Tools

Forklift

Job description

About Us

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs

The Role

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Forklift Driver / Production Assistant plays a key role in maintaining an efficient and steady production flow. This position is responsible for supplying all manufacturing areas with required materials, removing finished goods, and ensuring seamless movement of products, equipment, and supplies across the facility.

Advantages

• A competitive salary with wage progression starting at $25 / hr
• Great benefits- RRSP matching, medical, and dental
• Annual safety shoes reimbursement
• Opportunity for advancement, development and career growth
• Work independently while being supported by a collaborative team
• Company events, great culture, safety culture, and working conditions

Responsibilities

• Ensure production areas remain supplied with necessary raw materials and packaging supplies.
• Provide raw materials, masterbatch, and re-pelletized materials as needed, including opening raw material bags, filling surge bins, and preparing mac bins.
• Deliver packaging materials for all machines such as pallets, bins, corrugates, polybags, trays, sheets, frames, and neutral cup stock for printing and labeling.
• Collect, wrap, scan, and store finished products while maintaining batch integrity and traceability.
• Unload the dunnage trailer as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Report any incidents immediately to the Warehouse Manager or Production Team Lead.
• Follow all company rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform any additional tasks assigned by the Warehouse Manager or designate.

Requirements

• 3-5 years operating a Forklift in a production environment
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, organized, and positive manufacturing environment
• Valid forklift license
• Ability to frequently lift, push, or move items weighing 50–70 lbs
• Ability to work 12-hour Continental Shifts (full-time)
• Strong attention to detail and time-management skills
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Positive attitude and a strong team player mindset

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