Warehouse Forklift Operator

Description

We are currently recruiting for full-time individuals who are detail orientated, organized, a team player who is self-motivated to fill the position of Forklift Operator on the Warehouse team based out of our Oliver, BC Production Facility.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• The role of a Forklift Operator is to support production with timely delivery of required packaging materials, maintain inventory control and accurate picking of orders for distribution :
• Safe Operation of Warehouse allocated Counterbalanced Forklifts
• Storage & Delivery of required production materials to bottling lines
• Transportation and storage of finished products within Warehouse / Distribution Centre
• Operation of Automated Palletizer (finished goods from production lines)
• Operation of Automated De-Palletizer (bulk glass to the production line)
• Assist with freight receiving and loading as necessary.
• Stock rotation and inventory control
• Order Picking & Put-Away.

Job Requirements :

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Valid Forklift Operator Certificate.
• Strong commitment to quality with attention to detail.
• Candidate must be hands on, dependable, and self-starting.
• Good problem solving abilities along with basic logistic skills required.
• Teamwork and customer service skills.
• Ability to work rotating shifts / weekends.
• Ability to learn and operate production support equipment palletizers / de-palletizers.
• Knowledge of safe warehouse practices, including safe materials handling skills.
• Ability to achieve and maintain valid Forklift certification.
• Knowledge of basic inventory control principles and procedures. (FIFO)
• Ability to understand and perform mathematic calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain an organized work place.
• First aid is an asset but not required.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Ability to work with an automated inventory control program.

Working Conditions & Environment :

• This position is located in a beverage / food manufacturing plant.
• Exposed to moving machinery, such as forklifts and production equipment.
• Exposed to loud noise from moving forklifts and production equipment, requires wearing hearing protection.
• Requires wearing company uniform, with company provided hairnet / beard net & eye protection.
• Requires flexibility with schedule, including break times and working extended hours when needed.
• Standing / Walking (Continuously) standing on variable surfaces throughout entire shift. Climbing (Occasionally) in and around equipment.
• Squatting / Stooping / Kneeling : (Occasionally) to as low as ground level while cleaning.
• Repetitive use of hand / grasping : (Occasionally) light to forceful manipulating / grasping of product.

What we offer :

• An organization that cares about Corporate Social Responsibility
• Training & Development Programs
• An opportunity to learn about the world of wine

Compensation : $21.50 / hr