Forklift Operator

Vitrum Industries; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitrum Industries in Airdrie, AB is seeking a Forklift Operator for a full-time, permanent role with excellent benefits and room for growth.

Shift: Monday to Friday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, moving pallets, documenting, and maintaining equipment. Must have valid forklift certification and warehouse experience.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid forklift certification (Counterbalance propane/electric sit-down).
• Experience lifting/moving heavy materials with a forklift in a warehouse.
• Experience moving odd/oversized materials is an asset.
• Experience using a skid steer is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Responding to forklift calls.
• Unloading and loading product from trucks.
• Moving racks and bins as needed.
• Compiling required documentation.
• Safely and efficiently moving and lifting heavy material loads using forklift and/or pallet jack.
• Performing routine maintenance checks on forklift equipment.
• Inspecting and performing minor maintenance on equipment daily (e.g. adding hydraulic fluid).
• Operating all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift cert

Heavy lifting

Odd/oversized materials

Skid steer

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for aForklift Operator to join our team in Airdrie, AB.

This is a full-time, permanent position, with an excellent benefits package, and room for growth.

Shift Schedule: Monday to Friday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responding to forklift calls
• Unloading and loading product from trucks
• Moving racks and bins as needed
• Compiling required documentation
• Safely and efficiently moving and lifting heavy material loads using forklift and/or pallet jack
• Performing routine maintenance checks on forklift equipment
• Inspecting and performing minor maintenance on equipment daily (i.e. adding hydraulic fluid if necessary)
• Operating all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Experience and Skills:

• Valid forklift certification – Counterbalance propane/electric sit-down
• Previous experience lifting and moving heavy materials using a forklift within a warehouse environment
• Experience moving odd/over-sized materials would be an asset
• Experience using a skid steer would be an asset

Preferred Attributes:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced team-driven environment
• Willing to work overtime hours when required
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Excellent attention to detail
• Safety-oriented mindset
• Be reliable, motivated, and organized individual