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Warehouse Forklift Operator

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Arterra Wines Canada, Inc.Oliver
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$21.50 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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

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