MHE Operator

Forklift / Material Handling Equipment (MHE) OperatorLocation: Brampton, ON (Steeles Avenue East)
Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday to Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Shift Flexibility: Must be available to start as early as 6:00 AM based on operational requirements
Job Type: Full-Time | Temporary Assignment
Start Date: Immediate
Openings: 1 Job Overview Fuze HR Solutions is currently recruiting an experienced Forklift / Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Operator for our client's busy distribution facility in Brampton, Ontario. The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience operating all four types of material handling equipment: Order Picker, Dock Stocker, Raymond Reach, and Walkie, along with valid forklift certifications and mandatory fall protection certification. This position requires a safety-conscious, reliable, and experienced operator who can work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment while maintaining high standards of accuracy, productivity, and workplace safety. Candidates must be available for an on-site interview, practical forklift assessment, and immediate start upon successful completion of the hiring process. Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate Order Picker, Dock Stocker, Raymond Reach, and Walkie equipment.
• Perform receiving, order picking, shipping, and inventory control activities.
• Use RF scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to accurately process inventory and orders.
• Load, unload, move, and organize pallets and warehouse materials.
• Perform cycle counts and assist with inventory accuracy.
• Handle heavy merchandise, including appliances, and repetitively lift up to 50 lbs.
• Conduct pre-operational equipment inspections and report safety concerns or mechanical issues.
• Follow all warehouse Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Occupational Health & Safety regulations.
• Maintain awareness of pedestrian traffic, aisle safety, load balancing, and safe equipment maneuvering.
• Meet daily productivity, accuracy, and operational targets.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment.
• Perform other warehouse-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications All equipment experience and certifications listed below are mandatory.

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on forklift operating experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Valid forklift certification and practical operating experience on: Order Picker Dock Stocker Raymond Reach Walkie / Electric Pallet Jack
• Valid Fall Protection / Working at Heights Certification – Mandatory.
• Experience using RF scanners and warehouse management systems; Red Prairie experience is an asset.
• Ability to safely operate an Order Picker at elevated heights.
• Ability to repetitively lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding warehouse duties.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse safety procedures, equipment inspections, and safe material handling.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and maintain productivity.
• Secondary school diploma preferred.
• Must be flexible to work shifts starting at either 6:00 AM or 8:00 AM, depending on business needs.
• Must be available to start immediately following successful testing and onboarding.

Mandatory Safety & Site Requirements Successful candidates must meet the following requirements before starting:

• Valid forklift certifications for all four required equipment types.
• Valid Fall Protection / Working at Heights Certificate.
• Completion of Ontario's Health and Safety Awareness Training (4 Steps).
• Successful background check.
• Government-issued photo identification for facility access.
• CSA-approved steel-toe safety footwear and high-visibility safety vest.
• Compliance with all site security and safety procedures, including applicable entry and exit inspections.

Interview & Selection Process Shortlisted candidates will be required to:

• Submit an updated resume and copies of valid forklift and fall protection certifications.
• Attend an in-person interview at the Brampton facility.
• Successfully complete a practical forklift operating assessment.
• Complete all required safety and background screening.
• Be available to begin work as early as the following business day once all requirements have been satisfied.

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