Forklift Operator

American Iron & Metal (AIM); Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable schedule

Competitive salary

Group insurance

RRSP with employer contribution

EAP & telemedicine

Safety boots provided

Training and development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

American Iron and Metal (AIM) in Montréal-Est is seeking a forklift operator to support daily recycling operations. You will inspect equipment at the start of each shift, load and unload trailers, and move materials safely with a forklift.

The role requires a valid forklift card and at least two years of experience; you’ll join a team on a stable daytime schedule (6:00–2:30) with training, safety gear, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Valid and up-to-date forklift operator card.
• At least two years of forklift operating experience.
• Commitment to safety at all times.
• Excellent physical condition and comfort with manual work.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather.
• Responsible, reliable, punctual and a team player.
• Ability to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machinery at shift start and report issues.
• Load and unload trailers and other transport vehicles.
• Safely move materials using a forklift.
• Prepare orders according to instructions.
• Supply the sorting machine to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist the sorter by placing materials on pallets or in boxes.
• Identify materials and log data to ensure inventory accuracy.

Skills

Forklift safety

Team player

Punctuality

Safety mindset

Physical fitness

Prioritization

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Company Description

Founded in 1936,

Company Description

Founded in 1936, AIM Recycling, a division of American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family‑owned Canadian company that has become one of the world's leading metal recyclers. With the dedication of over 4,000 valued employees, the company has grown into a multifaceted success story, with a global presence and over 135 clean, safe, reliable, and publicly accessible recycling facilities worldwide.

We are proud to actively contribute to a more sustainable future by transforming materials and giving them a second life. Driven by Purpose. Powered by People.

What we offer :

• Permanent full-time position;
• Stable daytime schedule: Monday to Friday from 6am to 2:30pm;
• Competitive salary, group insurance, and RRSP with employer contribution;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and 24/7 telemedicine;
• New steel-toe safety boots provided upon hire;
• Training provided on equipment and recycling operations;
• Tools, support, and opportunities for professional development;
• AIM tuition assistance program (eligible after 5 years of continuous service);
• Dynamic, stimulating, and pleasant work environment.

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Forklift Operator for our Montréal-Est site.

Your responsibilities :

• Inspect the machinery at the beginning of the shift and report any issues;
• Load and unload trailers and other transport vehicles;
• Safely move materials using a forklift;
• Prepare orders according to established instructions;
• Supply the sorting machine to ensure smooth operations;
• Assist the sorter by placing materials on pallets or in boxes;
• Identify materials and enter data into the system to ensure inventory accuracy.

Qualifications

To join our team :

• You have a valid and up-to-date forklift operator card;
• You have at least two (2) years of forklift operating experience;
• You are committed to working safely at all times;
• You are in excellent physical condition and comfortable with manual work;
• You are able to work in an industrial environment, both indoors and outdoors, regardless of weather conditions;
• You are responsible, resourceful, punctual, reliable, and able to work as part of a team;
• You are able to manage priorities.

Additional Information

American Iron and Metal (AIM) and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, skin color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other class protected under applicable employment laws.