Industry - Central Kitchen - Shipping/ Receiving - Receiver Warehouse

Sobeys; Delta; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Employee discount

Job summary

Sobeys Inc. in Canada is seeking a Material Handler Equipment Operator (MHEO) to safely move and store products, using forklifts and other equipment in a food production setting.

You will receive, inspect, and verify shipments, maintain inventory accuracy with FIFO, and prepare orders for shipment while upholding safety and quality standards. This role offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of experience in a warehouse, distribution centre, or food production environment.
• Experience operating mobile equipment (standing forklift, pallet jacks, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle shipping documentation accurately.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and shipping specifications.
• Committed to safety, quality, and maintaining product integrity (minimizing damage and shortages).
• Reliable, punctual, and able to meet productivity standards in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working on the floor in a hands-on role.
• Willing and able to work flexible hours, including overtime, nights, and weekends.
• Previous loading experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Safely and accurately move product into inventory and to the correct locations on a continuous basis.
• Operate a forklift to load, unload, and transport products.
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments; ensure proper placement in storage areas.
• Prepare, stage, and ship outgoing orders while ensuring accuracy and product integrity.
• Maintain proper product rotation (FIFO) and replenish picking locations as needed.
• Place palletized products in designated reserve and pick slots.
• Complete daily equipment inspections (pre-checks) and operate equipment safely at all times.
• Work closely with production and warehouse teams to support workflow and productivity.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and uphold sanitation standards.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds; work in a cool environment (1-4°C).
• Follow all food safety (GFSI) and health & safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Reading shipping docs

Safety conscious

Flexible hours

Team player

Job description

Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers, where your talents contribute to our commitment to excellence and community impact.

Big 8 and our Central Kitchens play an important role in bringing great products to our stores and customers. From the iconic Big 8 beverage brand to our growing Central Kitchens network producing fresh, chef-inspired meals that are ready to eat, heat, or cook, these teams help deliver quality and convenience across our banners. Together, they combine manufacturing and culinary expertise to support our stores with differentiated products customers love.

Ready to Make an impact?

The Material Handler Equipment Operator (MHEO) is responsible for the safe movement, storage, and shipment of products using forklifts and other equipment in a food production environment. The MHEO is responsible for receiving and verifying shipments, maintaining inventory accuracy and product rotation, and ensuring orders are prepared and shipped efficiently while meeting safety and quality standards.

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Here’s Where You’ll Be Focusing

• Safely and accurately move product into inventory and to the correct locations on a continuous basis.
• Operate a forklift to load, unload, and transport products.
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments; ensure proper placement in storage areas.
• Prepare, stage, and ship outgoing orders while ensuring accuracy and product integrity.
• Maintain proper product rotation (FIFO) and replenish picking locations as needed.
• Place palletized products in designated reserve and pick slots.
• Complete daily equipment inspections (pre-checks) and operate equipment safely at all times.
• Work closely with production and warehouse teams to support workflow and productivity.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and uphold sanitation standards.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds; work in a cool environment (1-4°C).
• Follow all food safety (GFSI) and health & safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

What You Have To Offer

• Minimum 6 months of experience in a warehouse, distribution centre, or food production environment.
• Experience operating mobile equipment (standing forklift, manual and electric pallet jacks, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle shipping documentation accurately.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and shipping specifications.
• Committed to safety, quality, and maintaining product integrity (minimizing damage and shortages).
• Reliable, punctual, and able to meet productivity standards in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working on the floor in a hands-on role.
• Willing and able to work flexible hours, including overtime, nights, and weekends.
• Previous loading experience is considered an asset.

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Total Rewards

We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top‑up, and paid vacation.

Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.

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Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.