Forklift Operator - Brantford

Randstad Canada; Brantford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics firm in Brantford is seeking a Forklift Training Specialist. The role focuses on training both new and existing employees on safe operation of forklifts and Warehouse Management Systems. Ideal candidates should have extensive material handling experience and strong people skills. This position offers competitive pay and a focus on safety and operational excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Competitive hourly rate

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with material handling equipment.
• Previous training experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with wireless RF systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive training to new employees on site safety and equipment.
• Conduct ongoing refresher training for existing employees.
• Audit employee performance and maintain compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Material handling experience

Strong people skills

Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Forklift operation

Education

MHE Trainer certification or willingness to obtain

Tools

Counterbalance forklifts

Reach trucks

Order pickers

Pallet jacks

Job description

Randstad is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Forklift Training Specialist to join our dynamic team in Brantford. This is an excellent career advancement opportunity for a certified reach truck operator looking to transition into a dedicated training role.

In this key position, you will be responsible for fostering a strong safety culture and ensuring operational excellence by training both new and existing employees. Key training areas include:

• Safe operation of forklifts, specifically focusing on reach trucks.
• Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Essential warehouse procedures, compliance, and best practices.

We are partnering with a growing leader in the temperature‑controlled warehousing, logistics, and transportation industry. We are looking for an individual with strong people skills and a genuine, unwavering commitment to workplace safety.

If you are eager to leverage your operating expertise and advance your career into a specialized Training Specialist role, we encourage you to apply.

Position Details

Position: Training Specialist
Shift: Night Shift
Salary: $23/hr
Location: Brantford

Advantages

This is a permanent, long‑term opportunity offering comprehensive medical benefits and a competitive hourly rate.

What We Offer

• Permanent, long‑term position with opportunities for career growth
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive hourly rate

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include providing comprehensive training to new employees on site safety, material handling equipment, warehouse management systems, and quality control procedures. You will also conduct ongoing refresher training for existing employees to ensure continuous development and adherence to safety protocols.

Additional duties involve auditing employee performance, generating reports and recommendations, ensuring proper training documentation, and maintaining compliance with all safety regulations. You will actively seek opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and improve safety performance.

In addition to your training duties, you will take the lead in communication strategies to raise awareness and promote understanding of work processes. When not engaged in training, you will assist with warehouse tasks and perform material handling duties as required.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience with material handling equipment.

• Proficient in operating the following equipment:
• Counterbalance forklifts
• Reach trucks
• Order pickers
• Pallet jacks
• Previous training experience is an asset
• Familiarity with wireless RF systems
• Knowledge of preferred picking practices
• Experience working in cold storage environments
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Hands‑on experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• MHE Trainer (Train the Trainer) certification is preferred or a willingness to obtain

Summary

If you are a highly skilled and experienced forklift operator looking to transition into a training role, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

Apply today!

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