Glass Production – Forklift / Front End Loader Operator

ABL Employment.com; Burlington; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable employment agency is seeking Counterbalance Forklift operators in Burlington, Ontario. Candidates must be available for full-time work until at least December 2025. Responsibilities include operating forklifts and front-end loaders, performing equipment maintenance, and ensuring plant cleanliness. Applicants should have a valid forklift certification, construction experience, and be able to pass a criminal record check. The position offers competitive pay starting at $24/hr, increasing to $25.50/hr upon hire.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification (Counterbalance ideal).
• Construction/heavy equipment operation experience.
• Quality assurance experience in manufacturing environments.
• Must pass a criminal record check.
• Must have own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Operate Glass Cleaning or Glass Operations equipment.
• Perform daily maintenance of equipment.
• Report inconsistencies and follow repair procedures.
• Maintain plant cleanliness.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift Certification

Front End Loader Experience

Quality Assurance Experience

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Job description

Overview

UPCOMING ROLES!

*Candidates must be available to work full time until at least Dec 2025*

MUST DRIVE TO LOCATION

Our client in Waterdown is hiring for Counterbalance Forklift operators with front end loader/heavy equipment experience! This company is a historical site, being in business for over 100 years in beautiful Waterdown.

This is a very dusty environment and there is a garbage odour at times. Environment can be hot or cold depending on weather.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification (Counterbalance ideal)
• Construction/heavy equipment operation experience (Front End Loaders)
• QA experience within manufacturing environments (packaging, reporting, quality control, shipping/receiving, etc)
• Be bondable (able to pass a criminal record check)
• Have own car to get to and from work
• Be comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and performing repetitive motions

Details

Pay: $24/hr – if hired, you will get a raise to $25.50/hr!

Hours: 6am-2:30pm, 2pm-10:30pm or 10pm-6:30am Mon-Fri (may change depending on business needs so workers must be flexible)

Responsibilities

• Operating Glass Cleaning or Glass Operations equipment (forklift and front-end loader)
• Cleaning of the plant as required
• Daily maintenance of equipment
• Reporting any inconsistencies and using standard repair procedures
• Sweeping, shoveling (repetitive movements)
• Other duties as assigned

This is a very dusty environment and has a garbage smell at times.

How to Apply

Apply today! Submit your resume to [e-mail] and complete the email/text survey to complete your application. We thank all who apply; however, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.

For more information on how to apply, call 905-547-0560

Skills often associated with this type of position or similar positions include: Front end loader, Construction experience, Counterbalance Forklift Certification, Forklift experience, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Warehouse Experience, Manufacturing