Warehouse Operator

SRS Distribution, Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Ins.

RRSP matching & Wellness benefits

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Job summary

SRS Distribution Inc. in Cambridge, Ontario is seeking a Forklift Operator to load and unload building materials and prepare orders for delivery. The role requires safe lift truck operation, daily inspections, and ensuring accuracy of loads. You will work with a team to meet customer expectations and support smooth warehouse operations.

The position emphasizes adherence to safety policies and proper communication with supervisors to resolve issues and maintain efficient shipping schedules.

Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification (propane).
• Minimum of two years' experience.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Basic hand tool skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of lift trucks and complete required forms.
• Ensure lift truck maintenance and servicing requirements are met.
• Build orders to required specifications for delivery.
• Load and unload building materials in a safe and efficient manner.
• Check load contents for accuracy and secure materials.
• Ensure that all products are shipped on schedule and according to specific instructions by management to meet customer demands.
• Maintain contact with supervisors and work to resolve issues as they arise.
• Act as an ambassador of the company with all employees and customers.
• Follow all regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Forklift certification (propane)

Two years of experience

Effective written & oral communication

Knowledge of basic mathematics

Basic hand tool skills

Tools

Lift trucks operation

Job description

Position Purpose

The Forklift Operator prepares loads and unloads building materials in the warehouse through the safe operation of a lift truck. Together with other team members, the Forklift Operator works to exceed customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of lift trucks and complete required forms.
• Ensure lift truck maintenance and servicing requirements are met.
• Build orders to required specifications for delivery.
• Load and unload building materials in a safe and efficient manner.
• Check load contents for accuracy and secure materials.
• Ensure that all products are shipped on schedule and according to specific instructions by management to meet customer demands.
• Maintain contact with supervisors and work to resolve issues as they arise.
• Act as an ambassador of the company with all employees and customers.
• Follow all regulations, company policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications

• Valid forklift certification (propane).
• Minimum of two years' experience.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Basic hand tool skills.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Sitting and driving for longs periods of time. Frequently climbing up and down stairs. Pulling, pushing, bending and torso twisting movements with weight.

Compensation

The (range of) compensation for this position is $20.77 to $24.09

Job Location

GMS Family of Locations - Cambridge 650 Jamieson Parkway Cambridge, ON N3C 0A5

Equal Employment Opportunity

SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, is committed to providing equal employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to any ground protected by applicable human rights legislation, including but not limited to race, colour, sex, gender, identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age (except as provided by law), religion, ethnic or national origin, or disability.

Accommodation Request

If you require an accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability, please contact Human Resources at 855.556.3221, or by email at: [e-mail]. Include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.

Background Check

Employment offers may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check that could include a criminal reference check with law enforcement authorities, a verification of your academic credentials and an employment verification with former employers, as permitted by law.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, Group RRSP, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs. All benefits subject to eligibility.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Wellness Benefits, Group RRSP, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Paid Holidays & Vacation Days, Professional Growth Opportunities, Development & Training Programs

Agency Policy

Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency (“Agency”), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.

Agency Policy

Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency (“Agency”), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Residents of Quebec: SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, is committed to providing equal employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, civil status, age (except as provided by law), religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, social condition, disability, or the use of any means to palliate a disability, in accordance with applicable legislation and the Quebec Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms.

Background Check

Employment offers may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check that could include a criminal reference check with law enforcement authorities, a verification of your academic credentials and an employment verification with former employers, as permitted by law.

Accommodation Request

If you require an accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability, please contact Human Resources at 855.556.3221, or by email at: [e-mail]. Include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, is committed to providing equal employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to any ground protected by applicable human rights legislation, including but not limited to race, colour, sex, gender, identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age (except as provided by law), religion, ethnic or national origin, or disability.