Forklift Operator / Shipper/Receiver

Located in Ottawa, ON

Salary: $21.75

Our client is now hiring a skilled Forklift Operator / Shipper/Receiver to work near Hawthorne Road and Walkley Road. If you have experience operating a counter-balance forklift and a passion for fast-paced warehouse environments, we want to hear from you!

Required skills and qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of frequent forklift operation experience, with a focus on safe and efficient operation
• Previous experience in order picking, material handling, or warehouse operations
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently with minimal supervision, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and procedures
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test (including cannabis) due to the safety risks of operating motorized equipment
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
  

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Lift up to 50lbs and perform physical tasks as needed
• Safely operate a counterbalance forklift to move products and materials within the facility
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and manual pallet jacks
• Accurately complete documentation, including pick lists and bills of lading
• Maintain a safe and organized warehouse environment by keeping aisles clear and disposing of debris
• Manage inventory by moving stock and ensuring accurate storage
• Perform pre- and post-operational checks on forklifts to ensure safety and efficiency
• Work safely and efficiently to meet productivity goals
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Perks and benefits:

• Join a long-standing company with a proven track record
• Opportunities for advancement and professional growth
• Easily accessible by bus, with free on-site parking
• Health and dental coverage after probation
• Work indoors, every day of the year
• RRSP matching program

Wage: $21.75 per hour

Schedule: Monday to Friday - 7:30am to 4:00pm

If you're a motivated Forklift Operator / Shipper/Receiver looking for a new opportunity, please submit your resume to this ad. Ensure you can provide 2 work-related references, including one from a previous forklift experience.

We appreciate all applications, but only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Express Employment Professionals is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fairness and diversity in the hiring process.

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