Forklift Operator

A premier logistics and distribution facility in Woodstock, Ontario, is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to join its fast-paced warehouse team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the safe, efficient, and seamless movement of materials, directly contributing to inventory accuracy and overall production output. Your daily responsibilities will center around operating industrial lift trucks to load and unload trailers, stack inventory in designated zones, and supply vital components to production lines. This position offers a highly desirable, consistent day shift from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, providing a reliable routine that successfully supports your work-life balance. Working within a collaborative culture that prioritizes operational safety and professional growth, your machine-handling expertise and sharp attention to detail will help power global supply chains. By joining forces with Randstad Operational, you will align with a trusted partner committed to your well-being, offering ongoing training and connecting you with the region's top employers.

Advantages
Earn a competitive $24.10 per hour, with the reliability of weekly pay.
Enjoy a stable Monday-to-Friday day shift from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Build your resume by working with an industry-leading logistics and manufacturing company.
Thrive in a clean, safe, and well-structured facility where your hard work is recognized.


Responsibilities
Drive & Transport: Safely operate electric and propane counterbalance forklifts to move materials efficiently between loading docks, storage zones, and processing areas.
Load & Unload: Efficiently handle incoming and outgoing freight, moving materials manually or mechanically from pallets, skids, transport vehicles, and shipping containers.
Secure Freight: Properly position lifting attachments under or around loaded skids and boxes to ensure all products are secure before transit.
Verify & Deliver: Inspect loads for accuracy and transport them safely across the facility to ensure the production line receives materials on time.
Equipment Inspections: Perform daily pre-operational checks on heavy machinery and counterbalance forklifts, promptly reporting any maintenance or mechanical issues.
Maintain Safety: Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and secure while strictly adhering to all occupational safety guidelines.

Qualifications
Experience: 1 to 2 years of proven experience operating industrial trucks, with a strong focus on counterbalance forklifts.
Certification: A valid forklift operator license, or the ability to pass an on-site practical driving test.
Background Check: Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check before starting.
Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent practical warehouse experience.
Commute: Reliable transportation to the Woodstock, Ontario facility to ensure consistent, on-time arrival for the 7:00 am shift.
Precision Driving: Excellent spatial awareness, depth perception, and dexterity to safely navigate tight warehouse aisles.
Safety-Minded: A cautious, dependable, and risk-aware approach to handling heavy or fragile materials.
Collaboration: Strong communication skills to work effectively with dock workers, production teams, and supervisors.
Physical Stamina: The endurance needed to stay active and productive throughout a fast-paced, 8-hour shift.

Summary
Are you a skilled Forklift Operator in Woodstock ready for your next career move? We want to hear from you! Take the next step and join a growing team where you can truly advance in the logistics and manufacturing industry. Apply directly to this post or download the Randstad App.

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