Forklift Operator

McCain Foods; Summerside; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Summerside is looking for a Forklift Operator to manage loading and unloading of products. The ideal candidate will have a forklift certification and good teamwork skills. This is a full-time seasonal position with compensation between $19 and $21/hour, requiring some weekend and evening work.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain forklift operator's certificate.
• Knowledge of lift trucks and proper driving procedures.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload palletized products.
• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Charge the forklift battery.

Skills

Forklift operation knowledge

Attention to detail

Team player

Good communication skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Forklift Operator

Position Type: Temporary - Full-Time

Position Location: Summerside

Requisition ID: 38089

McCain Produce Inc. is a private family-owned company and an industry leader in quality, delivering top-quality potatoes globally. The company’s association with its parent company McCain Foods Limited provides broad reach and “best practice” benefits in the potato industry.

We are currently seeking a Forklift Operator at our Summerside, PEI fresh potato packing plant. This is a full-time seasonal hourly position, approximately mid-September to August annually. This position reports to the Packing Shed Manager, McCain Produce & Fertilizer PEI.

Job Purpose

The Forklift Operator is responsible for loading and unloading palletized products, loading packaging required to operate production lines and other rotational duties throughout the site.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies and procedures as outlined by the company
• Drive defensively to prevent product damage or injury
• Charge the forklift battery
• Read and understand purchase order load sheets to load product on trucks
• Remove completed pallets from the line, wrap and store them
• Perform all other duties/tasks as assigned by Manager
• Communicate changes, issues, etc. to other operators; maintain required documentation and check sheets
• Participate in various production tasks as required
• Complete vehicle operator’s checklist for the lift truck to ensure safety
• Participate in team meetings as required

Required Qualifications & Experiences

• Must be able to obtain forklift operator’s certificate
• Knowledge of lift trucks and proper driving procedures
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and get along with others
• Self-motivated, observant and have excellent attention to detail
• Good initiative and a positive attitude
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Lifting is required, approximately 50 lbs
• Team player with excellent attendance
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change
• Good safety record and a continual “safety first” mindset

Other Information

• Able to work weekends and evenings when required

Compensation Package: $19-21/Hour

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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Job Family: Manufacturing; Agriculture

Location(s): CA - Canada : Prince Edward Island : Summerside and other locations across Canada including various provinces as listed in the original content.