Warehouse Forklift Specialist

Imperial Dade; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial Dade Canada in Mississauga is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Specialist to join our Distribution department. You will be responsible for picking, shipping and stocking, and operate stand-up material handling equipment safely in a dry, climate-controlled warehouse.

The role requires experience with material handling equipment, knowledge of warehouse management systems is an asset, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to read, write and speak English.
• Self-motivated, dependable and reliable.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member.
• Good decision-making skills and ability to work independently.
• Secondary School Graduate or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Picking orders and loading trucks.
• Ensure stock is loaded safely, accurately and efficiently.
• Report discrepancies to Lead Hand or Warehouse Supervisor.
• Assist with daily warehouse housekeeping tasks.
• Report product or bin sizing errors using the Bin Location Report Form.
• Perform Daily Circle Checks on material handling equipment before use.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Independent worker

Fast-paced environment

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Education

Secondary School Graduate or related experience

Tools

Raymond reach

Crown reach

Job description

Imperial Dade, 125 Madill Blvd, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Imperial Dade is a leading distributor of foodservice packaging, facilities maintenance supplies, printing papers, and equipment across North America. With a strong and growing presence in Canada, we proudly serve Canadian businesses and communities with the highest standards of quality, reliability, and service.

Imperial Dade Canada is deeply rooted in the country, with over 135 years of Canadian history and a workforce of 1,500 Canadian employees. Our operations span 35 locations from coast to coast, including Saint John, Newfoundland and Vancouver, British Columbia—ensuring efficient service and local support nationwide. We are incorporated in Canada, and our 100% Canadian leadership team ensures that decisions for Canada are made in Canada.

Trusted by Canadian Businesses

We are a key distributor partner to many Canadian manufacturers, supporting long-standing relationships and ensuring the timely availability of high-quality products. Our Canadian customer service team understands the unique needs of Canadian businesses and delivers tailored solutions with a local touch.

Imperial Dade Canada has a job open in Mississauga. The Warehouse Forklift Specialist is a self-motivated team player who will be an active part of our Distribution department in the areas of picking, shipping and stocking.

Warehouse Responsibilities:

• Responsible for but not limited to picking orders and loading trucks.
• Ensure that stock is loaded safely, accurately and efficiently.
• Report any discrepancies to the Lead Hand and/or Warehouse Supervisor.
• Assist with daily warehouse housekeeping tasks.
• Report all product or bin sizing errors to the Inventory Verifier using the Bin Location Report Form.
• Perform Daily Circle Checks on material handling equipment before being used and complete the Daily Circle Check Form.
• Successfully complete any material handling courses that are required to be taken.

Qualifications:

• Previous or current experience with the Raymond or Crown reach required.
• Previous warehousing experience required.
• Certified to operate all MHE (Material Handling Equipment).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Computer literate and knowledge of WMS systems an asset.
• Good communication skills required (able to read, write and speak English).
• Self-motivated, dependable and reliable.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member.
• Good decision-making skills and ability to work independently.
• Secondary School Graduate or related experience.

Working/Other Conditions:

• Working onsite in a dry climate-controlled warehouse environment.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment – company supplied.
• Minimal to moderate exposure to hazardous conditions, noise, and vibrations conducive to a warehouse environment.
• Repetitive physical activities including but not limited to lifting, bending, pushing and pulling weights up to 23 kg (50lbs) for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to operate Stand-up Material Handling Equipment.
• Ability to work extended hours, which may be required from time to time.

This position has working hours from 8:00pm to 4:30am.

This position has a salary range of $21.00 to $23.50 per hour.

At Imperial Dade,we offer an exciting environment in which to work, learn, and grow professionally. We are excited to continue to invite talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team. As a family-owned and operated company, we value our people and strive to create rewarding career opportunities by offering competitive salaries and benefits.

Imperial Dade is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. If you require any support in the application process, including disability accommodation, please contact [e-mail].