Stand-Up Forklift Operator – Materials Receiving

Serta Simmons Bedding; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Serta Simmons Bedding in Vaughan, ON is seeking a hands-on Forklift Operator to support safe and efficient plant operations. You will receive incoming materials, operate a stand-up Crown forklift and an order picker, and ensure materials are accurately recorded and available where needed.

The role requires experience operating forklift equipment, the ability to read English work instructions, and a safety-first mindset in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a stand-up Crown forklift and order picker.
• Able to read and understand work instructions, loading schedules, production tickets, and basic written information in English.
• Safety-first mindset with initiative and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload trucks and move materials using a stand-up Crown forklift and order picker.
• Verify incoming materials against purchase orders and enter receipts into systems and logs.
• Organize and stock raw materials to support efficient plant operations.
• Perform daily forklift safety and maintenance checks and report concerns promptly.
• Follow established safety, quality and efficiency procedures at all times.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area and ensure equipment is ready for the next shift.
• Collaborate with coworkers, leads and plant leadership to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Stand-up Crown forklift

Order picker

Reading English work instructions

Safety awareness

Team player

Job description

Serta Simmons Bedding in Vaughan, ON is seeking a hands-on Forklift Operator to support safe and efficient plant operations. You will receive incoming materials, operate a stand-up Crown forklift and an order picker, and ensure materials are accurately recorded and available where needed.

The role requires experience operating forklift equipment, the ability to read English work instructions, and a safety-first mindset in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.