Forklift Operator (Canada)

FedEx Supply Chain; Brantford; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Supply Chain in Ontario is seeking a Forklift Operator I for the Sunday-Thursday night shift. You will safely operate basic powered material handling equipment to support receipt, storage and order fulfillment.

This role emphasizes product safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with responsibilities including order picking, palletizing, inventory checks, shrink wrap, and pre/post operation inspections. A high school diploma is preferred and lifting up to 50 pounds is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to operate basic powered material handling equipment (e.g., electric pallet jack, forklift).
• Comfortable working on equipment at extended heights.

Responsibilities

• Perform full-case order picking for replenishment, customer orders, and packaging components.
• Retrieve and put away pallets in narrow aisle bulk rack storage systems.
• Conduct quality control checks to ensure transaction accuracy.
• Load and unload pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines using equipment or manual handling.
• Sort and build product pallets to meet customer specifications.
• Apply shrink wrap to pallets using appropriate machinery.
• Complete pre- and post-operation equipment checklists.
• Maintain storage location accuracy through daily cycle counts and inventory maintenance tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Verbal communication

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

Shift: Sunday to Thursday 10:45PM - 6:45AM

Pay: $25.13 to start then $28.00 after 90-day probationary period, plus a $0.75 shift differential.

Position Summary

The Forklift Operator I is responsible for safely operating basic powered material handling equipment (excluding Order Picker, Turret, and Drexel) to support product receipt, storage, and order fulfillment. This role ensures product safety, quality, and legality while maintaining operational efficiency and accuracy.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform full-case order picking for replenishment, customer orders, and packaging components.
• Retrieve and put away pallets in narrow aisle bulk rack storage systems.
• Conduct quality control checks to ensure transaction accuracy.
• Load and unload pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines using equipment or manual handling.
• Sort and build product pallets to meet customer specifications.
• Apply shrink wrap to pallets using appropriate machinery.
• Complete pre- and post-operation equipment checklists.
• Maintain storage location accuracy through daily cycle counts and inventory maintenance tasks.
• Perform other distribution functions as needed based on business volume and operational needs.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to operate basic powered material handling equipment (e.g., electric pallet jack, forklift).
• Comfortable working on equipment at extended heights.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Flexibility in meeting deadlines and adapting to changing priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service oriented and strong team player.

Requirements, Perks, and Benefits (CA – Salaried & CA – Hourly)

If the incumbent resides in the province of Quebec, Functional French (written and spoken) is required.

Physical/Cognitive Requirements (with or without accommodation)

• Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to read, write and interpret information.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Ability to sit, walk, or stand for the duration of the shift.
• Must possess visual acuity to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to conduct physical tasks with a full range of motion throughout the warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds.

At FedEx, our value of Taking Care of Each Other is reflected in our commitment to being an inclusive employer--one that represents the diversity of our customers and the communities we serve. We foster respectful, safe, and inclusive workplaces where everyone is valued for their unique contributions.

Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome.

We encourage women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and people from culturally diverse and 2SLGBTQ+ communities to apply. Please let us know if you need an accommodation during the recruitment and selection process. We will work with you to support your needs.

Job Disclaimer (Canada)

This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

The incumbent is expected to perform all other duties as assigned, must be able to complete and achieve minimum thresholds on any mandatory testing and training, must be able to operate in a PC Windows environment, successfully complete all recurrence training, maintain annual accreditations where applicable, and work varying shifts based on business needs. If the incumbent resides in the province of Quebec, functional French (written and spoken) is required.

In the recruitment and selection process to fill this vacancy, Artificial Intelligence may be used.

Driving Requirements (If Applicable)

• Candidates for positions that require driving as a core competency must have a valid driver's license (e.g., Class 5, G, or 1[AZ]) and a driving record with two or fewer violations and/or accidents in the 24 months prior to the date of application.

Candidates Will Be Assessed Through Careful Consideration Of

• Their current driver's abstract
• Their performance during application interviews
• Their performance on any driver competency assessments administered

Shift

Sunday - Thursday - 3rd Shift (Night/Overnight)

Pay Range

CAD $17.95 - CAD $27.02

Pay Transparency

Note: Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on education/training, and a candidate's work experience.