Warehouse Associate (Forklift)

Advantage Personnel; Burlington; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a General Warehouse Associate for a distribution center in Burlington. This role requires forklift operation and the ability to lift 50lbs. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and a vehicle for transportation. Shift work is involved, and overtime may be required. The ideal candidate should possess strong English skills and experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Long-term experience in a fast-paced warehouse/general labour role required.
• Long term forklift experience and a valid forklift license required.
• Must be comfortable with general labour and repetitively lifting 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Verify items being shipped and received accurately.
• Maintain inventory in a clean and structured manner.
• Utilize JDE business system to log incoming parts.
• Perform monthly inventory counts with precision.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Operate safely and efficiently.
• Adapt to shift changes as needed.
• Perform other general labour tasks as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Strong English communication

Computer skills

Job description

Job Title

General Warehouse Associate (Forklift Required)

Shifts

• Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
• Monday - Friday 2:30pm - 11:00pm

Location

Burlington, Fraser Dr. and Harvester Rd.

Rate of Pay

• Days: $21.30/hour
• Afternoons: $21.80/hour

Job Type

Temporary to permanent hire

We are seeking General Warehouse Associates for our client\'s large wholesale electrical distribution center in Burlington. This is a fast-paced facility and requires candidates to lift 50 lbs through the shift. You must have a vehicle to commute, as the facility is not serviced by transit routes. A forklift license and experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Accurately verify items being shipped and received.
• Maintain inventory in a clean, structured, and organized manner.
• Utilize the JDE business system to log incoming parts.
• Perform monthly inventory counts with a high level of precision.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and free from obstructions.
• Operate safely and efficiently while maintaining accuracy.
• Be adaptable to shift changes based on business needs.
• Other general labour tasks as assigned

Candidate Requirements

• Long-term experience in similar fast-paced warehouse/general labour role required
• Long term forklift experience and a valid forklift license required
• Strong English communication and writing skills
• Strong computer skills
• Must be comfortable with general labour and repetitively lifting 50lbs
• Must be available for overtime as needed
• Must have valid Driver\'s License and own vehicle
• CSA approved safety shoes required
• Candidates must be willing to provide a Criminal Record Search