Forklift Operator/ Loader

Vortex Freight; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading third-party logistics company is seeking a ForkLift Operator/Loader to manage loading and unloading of shipments. The role requires a valid MHE/Forklift certificate and offers a full-time position with a competitive hourly wage, emphasizing teamwork and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company events

Extended health care

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Valid MHE/Forklift certificate required.
• Preferred 1 year of Forklift experience.
• Physically able to perform work including lifting up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload trucks and record shipments.
• Maintain safe work practices and good attendance.
• Perform general building maintenance as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Team Player

Self-Management

Attention to Detail

Multi-tasking

Proactive

Client Focused

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

MHE

Job description

ForkLift Operator/ Loader

Vortex Freight Systems is a third party logistics (TPL) company that focuses on delivering customized supply chain solutions for organizations with operations in Canada, USA, and Mexico. With our flexible solutions, service model, and years of industry expertise, we are able to provide our customers a complete logistics program that is supported with advanced technology, proactive communication channels and exceptional customer service.( https://www.vortexfreight.com/ )

Responsibilities:

• Load/unload trucks as required, including re-working of trailers
• Receive and record each shipment and make any notations of damage on BOL,
• Loading shipments by following a designed manifest in a safe manner
• Must maintain good attendance and maintain safe work practices.
• Ability to communicate well with suppliers, internal staff, and management.
• Must be able to work in fast paced team environment.
• Will be required to work additional hours until the job is completed each day.
• Inventory counts when needed
• Keep work area orderly and clean
• General building maintenance
• All other tasks as assigned by Supervisors
  
  

Shift Time: 11:00am - 8pm Monday – Friday

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Valid MHE/Forklift certificate
• Must be available to work afternoons
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Able to demonstrate proficiency in the safe operation and handling of equipment
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment
• Physically able to perform the work required which includes repetitive lifting of up to 50lbs
• Flexibility to work overtime when required

Personal Attributes

• Self-Management – ability to manage time effectively, while putting an emphasis on excellence, accuracy, and responsiveness to work performance
• Communication – the ability to communicate, both written and orally
• Team Player – desire to work in a team environment
• Client Focused – driven to exceed customer expectations on a daily basis, every time
• Proactive – always taking a proactive approach to daily responsibilities in order to improve effectiveness
• Attention to Detail – strong attention to detail
• Multi-tasking – able to handle several tasks at one time without jeopardizing the quality of work output

Note: Kindly attach a copy of your valid MHE/ Forklift Certificatewith your resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $19.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
  
  
  

Experience:

• Forklift: 1 year (preferred)
  
  

Work Location: In person