FORKLIFT OPERATOR - PRODUCTION

Soprema; Tillsonburg; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off during holidays

Friendly work environment

EV charging access

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Soprema in Tillsonburg, ON, is hiring a forklift operator to manage finished goods in the warehouse and support production starts and changeovers. The role requires a high school diploma, 3–5 years of experience preferred, and adherence to safety procedures.

Work in a manufacturing environment with a Monday–Friday schedule, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with travel to training as needed. Competitive hourly wage and holiday time off are offered.

Qualifications

• High school degree required.
• Forklift operation experience preferred.
• Familiarity with SDS and safety data sheets is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Unload finished product from the production line in a timely manner.
• Classify and arrange finished products in warehouse locations.
• Operate and maintain forklift safely and efficiently.
• Perform pre-startup inspections on forklift and ensure proper charging.

Skills

Forklift operation

Handheld scanners

SDS understanding

AS/400 GPAO

Basic computing

Manufacturing experience

Health and Safety

Education

High school degree

Tools

AS/400 GPAO

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

JOB DETAILS

EDUCATION

High school degree

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Permanent

WORK LOCATION

172 Vienna Rd, Tillsonburg

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

3 to 5 years

RATE

$24,91/hour

START DATE

As soon as possible

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

• Paid time off during the holidays
• Friendly work environment
• Free access to electric vehicle charging stations
• 8 hours of paid community volunteer time per year

Under the supervision of the Production Manager / Team Leader, the candidate will be required to perform tasks related to the disposal of the finished product at the appropriate locations in the warehouse.

*Mandatory travel to Drummondville Quebec for training, possibly 1 trip between date of hire and January of 2027. Employees will work/ train in Quebec for 2 weeks, and then return home for 2 weeks (off)*

THE CHALLENGES WE HAVE FOR YOU

• Unload finished product from the production line in a timely manner, without creating a bottleneck;
• Classify, identify, arrange finished products in appropriate locations in the warehouse;
• Operate the forklift in a safe and efficient manner;
• Do pre-startup inspections on the forklift to ensure safe operation of the machine;
• Properly dock the forklift at the end of the shift and connect the charging cables to the battery;
• Learn how certain segments of the production line work;
• Support the production line during production start-up and changeovers;
• Carry out the weekly physical inventory of finished products and ensure their rotation;
• Participate and provide necessary training to peers in order to perform the work as required;
• Ensure that workplaces meet the company's standards of cleanliness and safety;
• Suggest any measures aimed at improving production activities and occupational health/safety.
• Support the receiving department in the reception of raw materials ranging from chemical totes, paper coils, etc;
• Support the shipping department in loading trucks with finished products if necessary;
• Support the unloader for rail cars by working as a backup operator to unload chemicals from trains / trucks into the tanks;
• Work as a backup operator on the production line based on production priorities if necessary;
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the management.

THE SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Your Education :

• High school degree

Your Knowledge :

• Driving a forklift (Asset);
• Use of handheld scanners and tablets to scan part labels;
• Training in handling hazardous materials (an asset);
• GPAO software: AS/400 (an asset);
• Basic computing skills;
• Experience in a manufacturing plant (asset);
• Health and Safety Standards.
• Ability to consult and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

Your Skills And Attitudes :

• Autonomy;
• Organizational skills;
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail;
• Good flexibility and adaptability;
• Proficiency with computer system;
• Team spirit / Team Player;

The Work Conditions :

• Handling of hazardous products;
• Mandatory use of a cartridge respirator, gloves, and coveralls depending on the work area;
• Mandatory use of safety glasses, earplugs, and safety boots at all times.
• Wearing contact lenses is prohibited.

Your Physical Requirements :

• Physical strength required (occasional handling of heavy loads);
• Good general physical condition (work is done sitting / standing up most of the time).