Opportunities for Forklift Operators

J.D. Irving, Limited; Dieppe; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Dieppe is seeking a candidate to operate mobile equipment safely within their production facility. Responsibilities include maintaining safety protocols and working collaboratively with team members. Candidates must have a high school diploma and mechanical aptitude. This position offers a starting wage of $26.50/hour and requires the ability to work rotating shifts.

Benefits

Starting wage of $26.50/hour

Night shift and Sunday premiums

Flexible medical, dental, and vision plan

Employee & family assistance programs

RRSP matching program

Health & wellness reimbursements

Uniform allowance

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience required, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Previous forklift experience is a plus, but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment safely within a production facility.
• Remove recyclable materials from the production line.
• Complete regular checklist reports for forklift safety.
• Report mechanical issues relating to mobile equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Effective communication skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Trade Certification or Associate Degree

Tools

Forklift

Job description

What We Offer

• Starting wage of $26.50/hour with opportunity to progress
• Night shift and Sunday premiums
• A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
• Employee & family assistance programs
• RRSP matching program
• Plant bonus potential
• Health & wellness reimbursements
• Product purchase program
• Uniform allowance
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies

Qualifications

• Education Required: High School Diploma required, Trade Certification or Associate Degree in the following would be an asset: Electronics, Electrical and Mechanical Technology, Machining, Machine Shop, Manufacturing Engineering Technician and Electro Mechanical Technician/Technology. Great opportunity for new graduates!
• Years of Experience Required: 1-5 years
• Previous forklift experience would be considered an asset, although forklift training will be provided
• Mechanical aptitude and previous experience working in manufacturing environment would be considered an asset
• Ability to work rotating shifts (days/nights/weekend)
• Ability to work independently and in a fast paced team environment
• High degree of attention to detail; organized and have demonstrated the ability to multi-task
• Must be able to perform shiftwork on rotation which includes nights and weekends
• Effective interpersonal skills, communication skills (verbal and written)
• High degree of safety awareness

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment with precision and safely within a production facility
• Remove recyclable materials from the production line and deliver to the appropriate destination
• Complete regular check list reports for both forklift safety and list of duties
• Report any mechanical or other problems relating to mobile equipment via forklift inspections report or other mediums
• Work with a team of employees which include logistics, production, and maintenance
• Contribute to safety by maintaining the warehouse and production area in a neat fashion
• Remove raw material waste and dispose in compacting equipment