Forklift Operator (Afternoon Shift 10:30am - 7:00pm)

Tree Of Life; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor of food and beverage in Calgary seeks a Warehouse Associate to receive, store, and pick orders efficiently. The role requires functioning in a fast-paced environment while supporting food safety programs. Candidates should have a year of warehouse experience and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This full-time position runs Monday to Friday, with work hours from 10:30 am to 7:00 pm.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in a distribution center or warehouse atmosphere.
• Ability to efficiently work independent of direct supervision.
• Experience in receiving, pulling orders, packing, and shipping preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and pick orders, distribute material and products.
• Support food safety programs including SQF.
• Sort and store perishable goods in refrigerated rooms.
• Maintain safe work practices.

Skills

Operating electric, stand-up Raymond Narrow Aisle Reach Truck

Communication with internal customers and management

Following safe working practices

Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds

Job description

Overview

Our core purpose is “We are curators of unique brands, bringing elevated food and beverage experiences to Canadians.”

For more information please visit our website at: http://www.treeoflife.ca

Tree of Life Canada ULC is an Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We are committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. If selected for an interview, we will be happy to work with you to ensure your interview is accessible and accommodation is provided. When your interview is being scheduled, please advise the Recruiter of how we might be able to support your participation.

** NOTE: Reference checks will be conducted for potential candidates and the information collected will be used in making the final hiring decision.

Primary Responsibilities

The primary responsibility is to receive, store, and pick Orders, and distribute material and products within the distribution center. As with all positions at Tree of Life Canada we expect that all actions will be consistent with Tree of Life Canada’s Mission, Vision and Values.

Schedule:Monday - Friday, 10:30am - 7:00pm

Essential Functions

• Support and participate in food safety programs including SQF (Safe Quality Food)
• Read production schedule, customer order, work order, shipping order, and/or requisition to determine items to be moved or distributed.
• Bring overhead product down to pick bay.
• Stock and restock product in proper locations including overhead locations.
• Rotate stock according to date coding.
• Become proficient with NTS on both handheld and screen mount Telxons.
• Convey materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
• Receive, record, put away, and rotate product. Sort and store perishable goods in refrigerated rooms.
• Use computer and/or Radio Frequency Unit to record and track product.
• Other duties and special projects as requested.
• Must maintain good attendance.
• Maintain safe work practices.
• Maintain safeguards of confidential company information.

Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude

Qualifications / Additional Skills / Aptitude:

• A minimum of one (1) year of previous experience in a distribution center or warehouse atmosphere, including receiving, pulling orders, packing and shipping preferred.
• Previous experience operating electric, stand-up Raymond Narrow Aisle Reach Truck
• Ability to communicate well with internal customers and management.
• Ability to follow safe working practices, as instructed.
• Ability to efficiently work independent of direct supervision.
• Must be able to carry, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The associate is frequently required to stand and walk while performing the duties and is subject to a warehouse environment where temperatures can vary from very cool to very warm.