Forklift Operator

Pictsweet Company; Halifax Regional Municipality; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled forklift operators to join their expanding team in a dynamic environment. This role involves operating forklifts, ensuring precise product placement, and adhering to safety protocols. The company offers comprehensive benefits starting from day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a 401k plan. Ideal candidates will have experience in a manufacturing setting and a commitment to safety and efficiency. If you're ready to contribute to a thriving team and grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Paid Vacation Days

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift in an industrial environment preferred.
• Must pass Pictsweet’s forklift certification program.

Responsibilities

• Operate an electric or propane forklift for product procurement.
• Conduct accurate inventory counts and complete paperwork.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Inventory Management

Safety Compliance

Education

Forklift Certification

Job description

Overview

The Pictsweet Company is growing! We are currently looking for experienced forklift operators to join our team. This job posting is for multiple positions across various departments and shift, based on current openings.

Benefits:

• Benefits begin on first day of employment for Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA
• 100% Company paid benefits includes Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k with Employer Match
• Vacation Days, Sick Leave, & Paid Holidays

Responsibilities

• Operate an electric or propane forklift.
• Ensure accurate product procurement and placement of all product.
• Complete appropriate forms and paperwork.
• Conduct accurate inventory counts.
• Trains to Pictsweet Food Safety and GMP procedures and complies with requirements.
• Operate assigned PKMS duties; bar code scanning, operate computer, following directions.
• Complies with attendance guidelines.
• Follows personnel safety procedures.
• Properly conducts pre-shift forklift inspection and completes forklift inspection sheet.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift in an industrial or manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Must be able to stack product bins, up to 25 feet high, in a safe and neat manner.
• Must be able to stack bulk bins (up to 5 bins) safely with forklift.
• Must pass Pictsweet’s forklift certification program.
• Achieve satisfactory assessment score for forklift drivers.
• Successfully pass minimum 20/40 vision test.

Other:

• Must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Working in outdoor weather conditions, a 38-degree environment continuously, or extreme cold temperatures (-15 degrees) for extended periods.
• Must be able to stand, lift, bend, and walk for an extended period.
• Must be willing to work extended hours as needed (including weekends and holidays).

The Pictsweet Company is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/V/H