Forklift Operator

Talentify; Halton Hills; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing company in Georgetown, ON is looking for a reliable Forklift Operator to ensure the smooth transportation of materials in a manufacturing setting. The role involves conducting forklift inspections, loading/unloading trucks, and performing cycle counts. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience and a counterbalance license. This onsite position offers competitive pay of $22.00/hr and emphasizes a safety-first culture with a supportive team environment. Join us and contribute to maintaining efficiency and quality standards.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Employee benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Employee assistance program

Discount programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a forklift operator in a manufacturing environment.
• Counterbalance license required.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forklift inspections before, during, and after shifts.
• Transport materials to and from production areas and designated locations.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Perform cycle counts of stocked inventory.
• Assist with strapping safety stock and removing garbage from work areas.
• Perform quality inspections on incoming goods such as raw materials.
• Coordinate material flow to support production schedules.
• Complete and submit paperwork such as packaging slips.
• Follow FIFO procedures for raw materials.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Inventory management

Picking

Shipping and receiving

RF scanner operation

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Counterbalance license

Ability to lift 20 lbs frequently

Ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Forklift Operator to join our team in Georgetown. The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting materials, feeding product to the production area, and ensuring a continuous production flow. This role is critical to maintaining efficiency, safety, and quality standards across the plant.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forklift inspections before, during, and after shifts.
• Transport materials to and from production areas and designated locations.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Perform cycle counts of stocked inventory.
• Assist with strapping safety stock and removing garbage from work areas.
• Perform quality inspections on incoming goods such as raw materials.
• Coordinate material flow to support production schedules.
• Complete and submit paperwork such as packaging slips.
• Follow FIFO (first in, first out) procedures for raw materials.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and adhere to safety protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Forklift operation
• Material handling
• Inventory management
• Picking
• Shipping and receiving
• RF scanner operation
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a forklift operator in a manufacturing environment
• Counterbalance license
• Ability to lift 20 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Narrow aisle reach experience and certification is a nice to have

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values quality and efficiency in a clean and well-maintained work environment. Benefit from a supportive team culture that emphasizes safety and professional growth. Enjoy a structured work schedule that promotes a work-life balance.

Work Environment

Shift: Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm. Candidates must have reliable transportation. Work in a clean shop with clean machinery, with some sawdust present.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Georgetown, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Georgetown,ON.

À propos d'Aerotek

Nous savons qu’il est difficile de trouver du travail, et qu’il est encore plus difficile de trouver un travail enrichissant. Chaque année, Aerotek met en contact plus de 180 000 travailleurs de l’industrie légère et de métiers spécialisés avec plus de 14 000 employeurs, aidant ainsi nos travailleurs à naviguer dans un marché du travail en constante évolution et à trouver des emplois qui correspondent à leurs objectifs, à leurs compétences et à leurs centres d’intérêt. Depuis 1983, nous offrons une variété de possibilités de carrière dans l’industrie nord-américaine, soit des affectations à court terme dans les entreprises du Fortune 500 où vous pouvez développer vos compétences, soit des possibilités à long terme où vous pouvez jouer un rôle important en relevant les défis des entreprises en matière de construction, de fabrication et d’entretien. Notre équipe de plus de 1 500 recruteurs chevronnés, répartis dans plus de 250 bureaux, travaille sans relâche pour permettre à notre main-d’œuvre de s’épanouir. Permettez-nous de nous montrer à la hauteur de vos défis et de mettre à l’épreuve notre philosophie « Notre monde nous tient à cœur » au fur et à mesure que votre carrière évolue.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

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About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.