Shunter/Forklift Operator

Vegpro International; Coldstream; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

Vegpro International in Canada is seeking a reliable Shunter/Forklift Operator to move 50' trailers in the yard and prepare them for loading. Training is provided, and forklift duties are performed when shunting is not required.

Shifts are Tue-Sat, 6:00am–2:30pm, with a hourly wage of 23.80 CAD. The role emphasizes safety, FIFO storage, and accurate data entry in the EXA system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Class 1 license preferred but not required.
• Experience in transportation, warehousing, or related fields is an asset.
• Ability to operate shunter truck and forklift after training.

Responsibilities

• Move 50' trailers in the yard and prepare them for loading.
• Open/close trailer doors and log yard activities.
• Operate shunter truck and forklift safely.
• Perform receiving and shipment duties for materials.
• Enter products in the EXA system.
• Rotate products (FIFO) and maintain storage standards.
• Unload/load trucks with pallet jack or forklift.
• Maintain safety and HACCP/GMP compliance.
• Follow yard rules and conduct daily equipment maintenance.

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EXA system

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual to join our team as a Shunter/Forklift Operator. This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in developing their skills in a transportation and warehouse environment.

A Class 1 license is preferred but not required, as the primary responsibility of the position is to move 50' semi-trailers in the yard and prepare them for loading. Training can be provided to the right candidate. The position will also be responsible for forklift duties when shunting is not required.

Schedule : Tuesday to Saturday from 6:00am to 2:30pm

Salary : 23.80$/h

Main Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all customer orders are processed in a timely and efficient manner by placing or removing trailers to and from designated areas
• Open and close trailer doors as required, create and update a daily yard check and shunt log; attach trailer seals as needed
• Demonstrate good judgment when checking trailers and maintaining the shunt truck
• Ensure that the rules of the yard are followed at all times
• Perform the receiving and shipment duties of raw materials, finished products, packaging products, and ingredients
• Ensure that the quantities correspond to the receipt/shipment slip
• Enter products in the EXA system using both data entry and scanning guns
• Weigh, cool and place products where appropriate
• Rotate products (FIFO) according to storage standards
• Receive the order forms and take note of the orders to be prepared during the day
• Pick orders according to the products indicated on the order form, which requires using a pallet truck or a forklift; safe and secure loading and unloading of trucks
• Safe operation, inspection, and daily maintenance of the forklift, survey equipment, and the shunter truck
• Respect occupational health and safety policies and procedures and good manufacturing practices (HACCP and GMP)
• Perform other related duties as required

Advantages and benefits offered

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Benefits (medical and dental)

Knowledge and skills sought

• High school diploma
• Previous experience in transportation, warehousing, manufacturing, or a similar environment is an asset
• Experience driving a semi-truck, operating a forklift, or working in a yard environment is an asset, but not required
• Class 1 license preferred but not required
• Willingness and ability to learn how to safely operate the shunter truck and other equipment
• Experience in warehouse work, forklift driving, and truck loading/unloading is an asset
• Strong mathematical skills for quick and accurate product counts
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and follow established procedures
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Proficiency in spoken and written English, and knowledge of French or Spanish is an asset
• Knowledge of and ability to follow HACCP & Safety standards