Team Member - Forklift Operator

FGF Brands; Toronto; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

RRSP matching program

Tuition reimbursement

Discount program

Job summary

FGF Brands is seeking a Team Member - Forklift Operator to safely operate Raymond Reach and Counter Balance forklifts in our food manufacturing facility in Ontario. The role supports a Team Leader and follows GMPs, SOPs, and health and safety policies. Night and weekend shifts may apply with premiums.

Highlights include work in a fast-paced team environment, inventory control, and use of RF scanning for order picking. Valid forklift license and 1 year of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Valid Raymond Reach and Counterbalance forklift license from a recognized training provider.
• 1 year of reach/counterbalance forklift experience in a manufacturing setting (food/bakery preferred).
• RF scanning experience required.
• Ability to work in a freezer environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Accuracy and attention to detail; able to detect quality issues.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Operates Raymond Reach and/or Counter Balance trucks to transport, stage, load/unload finished products and raw materials.
• Picks orders using the Raymond Reach and RF scanner.
• Operates pallet wrapping machines.
• Adheres to GMPs, SOPs and Health and Safety policies at all times.
• Enters inventory into the OMS system and follows OMS procedures.
• Maintains daily inventory control.
• Reports food safety/quality issues to QA team.
• Conducts daily lift truck inspections as required.
• Ensures smooth flow of finished goods and packaging materials on the production floor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift license

RF scanning

Freezer environment

Independent work

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Punctual and flexible

Job description

Job Description

Team Member - Forklift Operator

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Summary

Reporting to the Site Leader, Operations Leader, and the Shipping & Receiving Team Leader, the Team Member - Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a Raymond Reach Forklift in a safe and efficient manner within a food manufacturing environment.

In this position you will work in a team environment led by a Team Leader. You will support your Team Leader by demonstrating and practicing team work every day and respect all your fellow Team Members.

Pay Rate: $26.15/hour plus $1 premium for night hours and $2 premium for weekend hours.

What FGF Offers:

• FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
• Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account
• RRSP matching program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operates Raymond Reach and/or Counter Balance trucks to transport, stage, load/unload finished products/raw materials onto and off trailers
• Picking orders using the Raymond Reach truck and a RF scanner gun
• Operates pallet wrapping machines
• Works in a safe manner and follows all GMP’s, Safe Operating Procedures, and Health and Safety Policies as outlined by FGF at all times
• Ensures Operations Management System (OMS) procedures are being followed (entering inventory into the operating system)
• Responsible for daily inventory control
• Reports food safety/ quality problems to the Quality Assurance team
• Performs lift truck daily inspection as per standard operating procedures
• Ensures the flow of Finished Goods and packaging material is smooth during production on the floor
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Experience

• Must have a valid (Raymond Reach and Counterbalance) forklift operator license from a recognized training provider
• 1 year of Reach and Counterbalance Forklift experience working in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable)
• RF scanning experience
• Ability to work in a freezer environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or distraction
• Accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to detect the presence of a quality issue
• Good communication skills (Paperwork and documentation are part of the job responsibilities)
• Must be punctual and flexible to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of.We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

FGF Brands may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment and selection process. These tools may assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants. AI tools are used to support our recruitment process, with final hiring decisions made by our recruitment and hiring teams.

FGF Brands is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please let our recruitment team know, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.