Temporary Forklift Operator

Advatix Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Advatix Inc. is looking for a Forklift Operator in Mississauga, Canada. This role involves the accurate movement and storage of materials using a forklift. Responsibilities include safe operations, loading/unloading trucks, and maintaining order in the warehouse.

The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma, forklift experience, and be physically fit to lift/move heavy items. The hourly pay rate for this position is $21.50.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse/manufacturing experience required.
• Current forklift certification or ability to obtain it within 30 days is required.
• Must be able to read and understand written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate all power-operated equipment.
• Unload and load trucks safely and efficiently.
• Pick and pack items accurately.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Team building skills

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Role Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the accurate moving, locating, and storing of materials, utilizing a forklift or other power-operated equipment.

Key Results Area

• Safe and efficient operation of all power-operated equipment that requires certification
• Safe and efficient movement of the product, including loading and unloading of trucks
• Accurately pick and pack items for shipment, potentially with a forklift
• Label and prepare items for shipment
• Work with inventory control on correct product placement
• Complete required paperwork and project time-tracking documentation
• Maintain warehouse order to ensure pallet locations are kept available for incoming items
• Ensure all items not required in the short term are restocked according to established procedures
• Update the Warehouse Management System (WMS) with the transactions completed
• Perform daily safety checklist and standard battery changing procedures
• Assist with contacting freight couriers to schedule pick-ups and deliveries
• Aid in cycle counting and periodic inventories
• Update supervisor and team lead on issues or concerns
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Support and maintain corporate quality, health and safety standards, processes, policies, and work instructions (ISO standards where applicable)
• All other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Previous warehouse/manufacturing experience required
• Forklift experience required
• Current forklift certification and/or the ability to become certified within 30 days is required
• Basic math and reading skills
• Must be able to read and understand written and verbal instructions
• Able to pay attention to details to ensure accuracy
• Strong team building skills and able to work well as part of a team
• Able to lift/move up to 40 pounds solo and greater weights in a team-lift environment
• Physically able to lift, carry, bend, stretch, and stand for long periods of time, and able to handle heights

The pay rate for this role is $21.50 an hour.