Forklift operator

Work site environment

• Cold / refrigerated
• Noisy
• Wet / damp

Work setting

• Warehouse
• Manufacture

Tasks

• Load, unload and move products and materials by hand or with basic material handling equipment
• Operate a variety of equipment to load, unload and move materials and products
• Pick orders and stock
• Make labels and attach to goods
• Wrap goods
• Sort, crate and stack goods
• Transport and distribute materials and goods
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Organize inventories using computerized inventory control systems

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Forklift Operator Certification

Vehicle and equipment experience

• Industrial lift trucks and fork-lifts

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Energetic
• Hardworking
• Positive attitude
• Quick learner
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Reliability
• Team player
• Organized
• Flexibility

Employment terms options

• Shift

Employment terms options

• Night
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan