Loader Operator - Day and Afternoon Shift

Stella-Jones Inc.; Guelph; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Stella-Jones Inc. is seeking a Loader Operator in Canada to safely transport and move materials within the yard, loading and unloading trailers, kilns and pole charges while operating loaders or forklifts as needed.

The role requires attention to safety, ability to lift 50 lbs, good dexterity, and the flexibility to work day or afternoon shifts; forklift training may be provided.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Clean driver's abstract.
• Forklift license is an asset (will train).
• Lift 50 lbs unassisted.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work independently and be flexible.

Responsibilities

• Load/Unload trucks quickly, efficiently and accurately.
• Operate loader/forklift to move materials in yard.
• Load/Unload Kilns and Pole Charges as required.
• Label parts and maintain accurate paperwork.
• Maintain good housekeeping and follow safety policies.
• Follow daily production schedules and complete forms legibly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Manual dexterity

Ability to work under pressure

Work independently

Flexibility

Basic math skills

Tools

Forklift

Job description

The Loader Operator is primarily responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of material within the yard, this includes loading and unloading trailers, loading and unloading Kilns, loading and unloading Pole Charges, moving material in and around the yard. This will entail working both in and out of the loader/forklift to complete any assigned tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Work in compliance with all company rules and regulations
• Follow all company Health & Safety policies and SOPs
• Wear all PPE required and work in a safe manner
• Participate in all company mandated training in good faith
• Come to work prepared (both mentally and materially) to work in a variety of environments
• Operate equipment in a safe and efficient mannerComplete appropriate forms legibly and clearlyComplete forklift training and any refresher training requiredComplete loader/heavy equipment training and any refresher training requiredFollow and understand daily production schedules
• Load/Unload trucks quickly, efficiently and accurately
• Label parts and products clearly and accurately as required,
• Maintain accurate paperwork as required
• Maintain good housekeeping in all assigned areas
• Abide to OHSA (Occupational Health and Safety Act) workplace health and safety standards
• Report all Health & Safety issues immediately
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license
• Clean drivers abstract
• Forklift License is an asset (will train)
• Sit for significant periods of time (7 hours or more)
• Be able to lift 50lbs unassisted
• Good manual dexterity, hand eye co-ordination
• Comfortable completing repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Basic trouble-shooting skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic math skills
• Work independently and be flexible regarding work assignments

We have a day shift and an afternoon shift available.

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