Warehouse Associate / Forklift Operator

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

Job summary

A Canadian staffing organization is seeking a Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator in Kingston, ON. The role involves receiving and processing shipments, picking and packing orders, and maintaining a safe work environment. Successful candidates will have at least 1 year of warehouse experience and a valid forklift certification. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential for this fast-paced position, which offers a wage of $20.70 per hour plus an hourly premium. This is an on-site position with potential for future vacancy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years warehouse and forklift experience.
• Valid counterbalance forklift certification required.
• Punctual and consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Receive and replenish stock in the warehouse.
• Pick and pack orders using RF scanners.
• Ensure accuracy in order picking.
• Assist in keeping the warehouse clean and safe.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Numerical skills

Multitasking ability

Team player

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Job description

Job Title:

Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator

Location:

Kingston, ON

Shift/Hours:

Monday to Friday: 11:00am - 8:00pm

Wage:

$20.70/HR with a .50 cent hourly premium.

This role is responsible for ensuring seamless processing of outgoing shipments and incoming items, overseeing warehouse functions, and operating a counterbalance forklift when required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Receiving, stock replenishment, stock movement, and stock adjustments.
• Picking and packing of orders using RF scanners.
• Ensure orders are picked accurately and completely.
• Assist in other warehouse functions as requested.
• Maintain a clean and safe warehouse.
• Additional warehouse support and deliveries during slow periods as assigned.
• Extra hours may be required to support department needs.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 (one) + years warehouse and forklift experience.
• Valid counterbalance forklift certification.
• Safety shoes required.
• Strong communication and numerical skills required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Team player as there is collaboration among departments.
• Punctual and good attendance.

Advantage Personnel is proudly a Canadian owned and operated staffing organization operating since 1986. We are an equal opportunity provider of work opportunities and strive to be an inclusive partner in our local business communities. Should you require accommodation during the onboarding process, please make the request to your local office contact at the onset of the process. We will ensure that all requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.

We acknowledge that software used in our recruitment and selection process may have Artificial Intelligence components built in but confirm that all work assignment decisions are made by our expertly trained staff. The position advertised here is for future vacancy.