Forklift Operator - Markham - Markham

Randstad Canada; Markham; Sur place; CAD 25 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Immediate start on 30‑day assignment

Résumé du poste

Randstad Canada is hiring an experienced Warehouse Associate with Counter Balance forklift certification for a steady day shift in Markham, ON. You will manage shipping/receiving, operate forklifts, and use inventory software to process orders while maintaining organized stock.

Role includes logging shipments, unloading freight, packing outbound orders, and performing basic equipment maintenance to ensure safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Mandatory Counter Balance forklift certification and demonstrated operational experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; strong communication skills and safety-first mindset.

Responsabilités

• Receive, verify, and log incoming shipments accurately into the warehouse management computer system.
• Safely operate Counter Balance forklifts to unload freight, stage pallets, and consolidate material storage locations.
• Pick, pack, weigh, and label outbound orders accurately while preparing bills of lading and shipping manifests.
• Perform quality control checks on returned goods and assist with over-the-counter customer orders.
• Administer basic preventative maintenance checks on warehouse equipment and vehicles to ensure safety compliance.

Connaissances

Warehouse receiving

Stock maintenance

Order picking/packing

Basic computer skills

Safety mindset

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Outils

Counter Balance forklift

Warehouse management software

Description du poste

Are you an experienced Warehouse Associate with counterbalance certification looking for a steady day shift in Markham? Our premier distribution partner in Markham, ON is hiring an active Warehouse Associate with forklift experience. In this dynamic role, you will manage shipping and receiving, operate forklifts, process orders using inventory software, and maintain organized stock.

Position: Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator

Location: Markham, ON

Pay rate: $22/hr

Shift: 7:30 am to 4 pm, Mon-Fri

Advantages

• Pay & Comp: $22.00/hr with reliable weekly direct deposit
• Schedule & Balance: Steady day shift from 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday
• Specialty Perk: Immediate start on a 30‑day assignment with high potential for long‑term extension
• Location & Access: Accessible Markham facility with convenient transit connections and free

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and log incoming shipments accurately into the warehouse management computer system.
• Safely operate Counter Balance forklifts to unload freight, stage pallets, and consolidate material storage locations.
• Pick, pack, weigh, and label outbound orders accurately while preparing bills of lading and shipping manifests.
• Perform quality control checks on returned goods, assist with over-the-counter customer orders, and maintain clean work areas.
• Administer basic preventative maintenance checks on warehouse equipment and vehicles to ensure strict safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Mandatory Counter Balance forklift certification and demonstrated operational experience.
• Proven background in warehouse receiving, picking, packing, and stock maintenance.
• Physical capability to lift packages up to 50 lbs and wear steel‑toe CSA footwear.
• Basic computer proficiency for entering receipts and navigating internal stock systems.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; strong communication skills and safety‑first mindset.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity‑seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non‑binary/gender non‑conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.