Forklift Operator

Randstad Canada; Burlington; On-site; CAD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time hours with opportunity for overtime

Weekly pay

Location is bus accessible

Job summary

A staffing agency in Canada is seeking experienced forklift operators for a client in Burlington. The role involves safely operating counterbalance, Raymond Reach, and Walkie forklifts, managing inventory using RF scanners, and ensuring timely product staging. Applicants should have at least 6 months of forklift experience and a valid certification. This full-time position offers weekly pay and opportunities for overtime. The work environment may require lifting up to 50 lbs and working in temperature-controlled areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or food production environment.
• Valid forklift license/certification is preferred.
• Familiarity with RF scanners and basic WMS/ERP software.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively.
• Comfortable working in temperature-regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Counterbalance, Raymond Reach, and Walkie forklifts.
• Use RF scanners and computer systems for inventory management.
• Load finished products onto trailers and unload shipments.
• Stage products for daily production schedules.
• Conduct safety inspections on equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to Detail

Communication

Inventory Management

Tools

RF scanners

WMS/ERP software

Job description

Overview

We are looking for forklift operators for our client in Burlington, has been an international leader in the produce industry. If you are someone who thrives in fast paced environement and have valid external forklift license and forklift experience-must apply.

Location: Burlington, ON

Shift: Typically Monday–Friday (Days or Afternoons)

Estimated Pay: $21.00 / hour

Preferred forklift exp: Counterbalance, Raymond Reach, and Walkie

Advantages

• Full-time hours with opportunity for overtime
• Weekly pay via Randstad Canada
• Location is bus accessible

Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Safely operate Counterbalance, Raymond Reach, and Walkie forklifts to move pallets and inventory.
• Inventory Management: Use RF scanners and computer systems to track product movement and ensure accurate inventory counts.
• Loading/Unloading: Load finished products onto trailers and unload incoming shipments of raw produce or packaging materials.
• Staging: Ensure products are staged on time for the daily production schedule and organized within the racking systems.
• Maintenance: Conduct daily pre-operational safety inspections on equipment and report any mechanical issues.

Qualifications

• Experience: minimum 6 months of experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or food production environment.
• Certification: Valid forklift license/certification is preferred
• Tech Savvy: Familiarity with RF scanners and basic WMS/ERP software.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in stacking and pulling orders to prevent product damage.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively and stand for the duration of an 8–10 hour shift.
• Environment: Comfortable working in temperature-regulated environments (coolers), if required.

How to apply

If interested in this position, please apply for the role via this link. After applying, please watch your email, texts, and phone for communications from our recruitment team.

Please note only eligible candidates will be contacted for next steps.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada\'s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.