Forklift Operator - Afternoon

Job Title: Forklift Operator – Afternoon Shift

Job Description

This role focuses on safe and efficient operation of material handling equipment to support order picking, shipping, receiving, and inventory movement in a modern warehouse environment. You will primarily use RF scan technology along with sit-down counterbalance and reach forklifts to load and unload trailers, complete case and bulk picks, and handle some heavy lifting during the afternoon shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down counterbalance and reach forklifts to move, store, and retrieve pallets and cases throughout the warehouse.
• Use RF scan guns and RF units to accurately pick orders, scan products, and update the warehouse management system (WMS).
• Perform case picking and bulk picking, ensuring accuracy and efficiency for both full pallet and case-level orders.
• Load and unload trailers and trucks safely and efficiently, following all site procedures and safety guidelines.
• Operate power pallet jacks and dock stockers as required to move product and stage orders.
• Support shipping and receiving activities, including staging, scanning, and putting away product in designated locations.
• Follow established processes to stage products, scan items, and place them in the correct storage or shipping areas.
• Start in case picking to build product knowledge and progress into receiving and bulk operations as experience grows.
• Handle some heavy lifting as needed while maintaining safe lifting practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, reporting any hazards or equipment issues promptly.
• Collaborate with a team of warehouse staff to meet productivity, accuracy, and service goals on the afternoon shift.
• Adhere to all warehouse safety rules, equipment operating procedures, and company policies at all times.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating reach trucks and sit-down forklifts, with at least 1 year of reach truck experience.
• Valid forklift certification for operating sit-down and reach material handling equipment.
• Experience with power pallet jacks and sit-down forklifts in a warehouse environment.
• Hands-on experience in shipping and receiving, including loading and unloading trailers.
• Knowledge of warehouse inventory systems and warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Order picking and case picking experience using RF scan guns or RF units.
• Ability to work the afternoon shift, Monday to Friday, from 2:30 . to 11:00 .
• Comfort working in a warehouse environment with both full pallet (bulk) and case picking operations.
• Ability to perform some heavy lifting and stand, walk, and operate equipment for the duration of the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when scanning, picking, staging, and putting away product.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating double deep reach trucks and sit-down forklifts.
• Proficiency using RF scanners for order picking and inventory transactions.
• Experience operating dock stockers and power pallet jacks.
• Alberta forklift certification or equivalent provincial certification.
• Ability to work at facilities in the southeast area and at newer warehouse buildings as needed.
• Comfort working across multiple types of forklifts, including sit-down/counterbalance, dock stocker, and power pallet equipment.
• Previous experience in a third-party logistics (3PL) or high-volume distribution environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a modern, super clean warehouse facility where approximately 70% of the operation focuses on bulk full pallets and 30% on case picking. Associates typically start in case picking to learn the product range and processes, then progress into receiving and bulk work. The team uses RF scan guns and RF units for order picking, staging, and put-away, and relies on a variety of material handling equipment including sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, dock stockers, and single power pallets. The shift is an afternoon schedule, Monday to Friday, from 2:30 . to 11:00 ., working as part of a team of around ten warehouse staff per shift. The site operates in an area without direct public transit service, so reliable transportation is required. The environment is structured yet easygoing, with clear processes, strong safety practices, and opportunities to rotate through different tasks such as case picking, staging, loading and unloading, and bulk operations

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Balzac, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.25 - $21.25/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Balzac,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek

Nous savons qu’il est difficile de trouver du travail, et qu’il est encore plus difficile de trouver un travail enrichissant. Chaque année, Aerotek met en contact plus de 180 000 travailleurs de l’industrie légère et de métiers spécialisés avec plus de 14 000 employeurs, aidant ainsi nos travailleurs à naviguer dans un marché du travail en constante évolution et à trouver des emplois qui correspondent à leurs objectifs, à leurs compétences et à leurs centres d’intérêt. Depuis 1983, nous offrons une variété de possibilités de carrière dans l’industrie nord-américaine, soit des affectations à court terme dans les entreprises du Fortune 500 où vous pouvez développer vos compétences, soit des possibilités à long terme où vous pouvez jouer un rôle important en relevant les défis des entreprises en matière de construction, de fabrication et d’entretien. Notre équipe de plus de 1 500 recruteurs chevronnés, répartis dans plus de 250 bureaux, travaille sans relâche pour permettre à notre main-d’œuvre de s’épanouir. Permettez-nous de nous montrer à la hauteur de vos défis et de mettre à l’épreuve notre philosophie « Notre monde nous tient à cœur » au fur et à mesure que votre carrière évolue.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

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Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
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About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.