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Casual Forklift Operator

Universal Staffing Inc.

Join our dynamic team as a Casual Forklift Operator, where you’ll play a vital role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and organized warehouse environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity for skilled forklift operation, ensuring smooth warehouse distribution, materials handling, and shipping & receiving processes. You will be instrumental in supporting warehouse management and ensuring compliance with OSHA safety standards while utilizing your heavy equipment operation expertise. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and possess a passion for safety and logistics, this is the perfect role to showcase your skills and grow within a vibrant team.

Pay: From CA$23.90 per hour

Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate various types of forklifts including reach trucks, clamp trucks, Hi-Lo, pallet jacks, and load & unload heavy materials with precision.
  • Conduct thorough inspections of forklifts and heavy equipment to ensure proper mechanical function and perform basic repairs as needed.
  • Manage materials handling tasks such as order picking, shipping & receiving, and load securing to facilitate efficient warehouse distribution.
  • Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) to track inventory movements, update order statuses, and maintain accurate records of all operations.
  • Support warehouse supervisor in maintaining safety protocols aligned with OSHA standards by enforcing proper lifting techniques and safe equipment operation.

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience operating forklifts such as reach trucks, clamp trucks, Hi-Los, or similar heavy equipment within a warehouse or distribution setting.
  • Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to perform basic equipment repairs and troubleshooting.
  • Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control processes.
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards related to materials handling and heavy equipment operation.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks including heavy lifting, loading & unloading shipments, and extended periods of standing or walking.
  • Basic math skills for inventory counts, measurements, and order accuracy.
  • Forklift License Required.

Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to safety excellence, operational efficiency, and professional growth!

Job Type: Part-time
Work Location: In person

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