Forklift Operator

Bison Transport Inc; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bison Transport Inc is seeking a Forklift Operator for our Winnipeg, MB warehouse. You will load and unload trailers and rail cars, document product codes, and ensure proper packaging for outbound shipments.

Ideal candidates are certified forklift operators with at least 2 years' experience, possess excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment while using email, spreadsheets, and mobile devices.

Qualifications

• Certified forklift operator with 2 years’ experience required.
• Excellent customer service and strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change.
• Basic proficiency with email, spreadsheets and computers/tablets/smartphones.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers and rail cars safely and efficiently.
• Work with Warehouse Supervisor and other staff to move freight.
• Document product codes for bills of lading on outbound loads.
• Ensure proper packaging for outbound shipments.
• Record forklift inspections and daily production sheets.
• Maintain warehouse housekeeping and keep track of product movement.
• Assist with load transfers and rack/ forklift inspections as needed.
• Work on various customer accounts as required.
• Report to Warehouse Manager or Supervisor with any issues.

Skills

Certified forklift operator

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced environment

Adaptable to change

Email & spreadsheet

Tools

Email

Spreadsheet software

Mobile devices

Job description

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the loading and unloading of trailers and rail cars in a safe and efficient manner. As a Forklift Operator you will work closely with our Warehouse Supervisor, Lead Hand, Shunt Drivers, Carriers, other Forklift Operators and other Operational Staff to manage the movement of freight through our warehouse.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Working in accordance with all Bison policies and procedures and safely operating all equipment.
• Unloading and loading consumer goods and various other materials from trailers and rail cars.
• Full / LTL truck transfer or unloading.
• Documenting all product code numbers for bills of lading on outbound loads.
• Ensuring that product is properly packaged for outbound shipments.
• Assisting in any load transfers either with forklift or by hand.
• Keeping track of all product movement in the Warehouse.
• Completing racking / forklift inspection and employee production sheets on a daily basis.
• General housekeeping.
• Completing and submitting forklift inspection and employee workload sheets / computer logs to your supervisor.
• Working on different current customer accounts as need as required.
• Engaging in other activities assigned by the Warehouse Manager or Supervisor.

Our Ideal Candidate will possess:

• Certified Forklift Operator with 2 years’ experience.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with emphasis on relationship building among both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable to change as this position will be in a constantly growing and changing area of the business.
• Able to use with basic efficiency email, spreadsheet and computer / tablets or smart phone.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform case-picking duties throughout the shift.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. and push/pull up to 17 lbs. of force.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse, dock, and outdoor environment with varying temperatures and occasional dust exposure.

Please note this position is permanent full‑time and subject to a Continental Shift from 07:00 - 19:00.

This job is classified under NOC Code: 75101.

Why Bison:

• Thrive in a supportive team that provides coaching and training to help develop your skills and progress your career
• Dispersed work environments that promote a healthy work-life balance
• Meaningful and impactful work and projects with an essential service provider
• Join our engaging Wellness Programme & extracurricular sports teams

About Bison:

• Celebrating over 50 years in Business
• Active in giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and Charitable Giving
• Committed to environmental sustainability

Bison Transport is committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.

Background and suitability for a career in Transportation is wide ranging. Some of our brightest people have joined us with no previous “trucking” experience. We always say we work in the “people business”. So, whether you have a background in the airline, automotive, retail or hospitality industries, to name a few, your experience is valuable and we are bound to find many transferrable skills. We are ready to welcome exceptional, high potential contributors who aspire to lead people and processes in the pursuit of service excellence in a highly dynamic and collaborative environment. We seek team players who are eager to learn our business from the ground up, are able to demonstrate a track record of strong performance and possess a sincere interest in growing their careers in the transportation arena. We seek top notch communicators who adopt a driver of change mindset of “how can we be better, do better and get better results”.