Forklift Operator

DHL; Milton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Canada is hiring a Forklift Operator. The role involves operating powered equipment to manage inventory and prepare products for shipment. Ideal candidates will have a forklift operator certificate and warehouse experience. This position offers a competitive pay of $23.25 per hour along with comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement savings plans

Education reimbursement program

Qualifications

• Must possess a forklift operator certificate within 30 days of employment.
• Preferred high school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months warehouse and forklift operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered equipment for moving and counting products.
• Load and prepare products for shipment, ensuring accuracy.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Education

Forklift operator certificate

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world’s most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like ours, the opportunities are endless. So, join us. Work with us. Grow with us.

Position: Forklift Operator

Shift: (Monday to Friday 2pm to 10pm)

Pay: 23.25 per hour

Benefits

• Be part of the world’s largest logistics company! DHL has been certified as a Great Place to Work and Core Benefits - Full Time Associates
• Associates are eligible for a standard offering of medical and dental coverage and standard Long-Term Disability option
• Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance

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• dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Short-term disability Optional benefits you may choose:
• Retirement: DCPP, RRSP and TFSA savings plans
• Optional life, AD&D insurance, critical illness (including dependent coverage) is available and may be subject to evidence of insurability (EOI)

In addition, Full Time associates can also receive the following benefits subject to eligibility rules:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Education reimbursement program (HR site administered)

Role Purpose

Responsible for operating powered equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting product. Responsible for checking all inbound and outbound products. Ensures products are free of damage and infestation, product code dates are properly recorded and products match customer requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other power equipment 80% of specified shift.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment ensuring the exact number and types of product is loaded.
• Keep appropriate records and reports for inventory accuracy.
• Comply with all OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy; check the load count, stability, and product damage, report variances as necessary.
• Change equipment battery or LP tank and monitor power source as necessary.
• Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Assist in physical inventories.
• Complete daily inspection of equipment.

Required Education and Experience

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment
• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred
• Six months warehouse experience, preferred
• Six months forklift operation experience

EEO Statement

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request.