Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate - Colborne

Are you an experienced Forklift Operator looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in the manufacturing & logistics sector? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy a mix of indoor and outdoor warehouse duties? Randstad is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to join a global leader in the distribution industry at their facility in Colborne, Ontario.

Job Title: Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate
Work Location : Colborne, ON K0K 1S0
Pay rate: Starts at $23.50 - $24.50 (depending on experience)
Shift Timing: 7:00am – 3:30pm
Start Date : ASAP

Advantages
• Competitive pay rate starting at $23.50 - $24.50/hour, with increases based on experience.
• Consistent daytime shift: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm, allowing for a great work-life balance.
• Immediate start date for the right candidate (ASAP).
• Opportunity to work with a global leader in the distribution and manufacturing & logistics industry.

Responsibilities
• Operate counterbalance and reach forklifts to move, relocate, and stack inventory.
• Handle all incoming shipments and verify products against purchase orders in the computer system.
• Pick, pack, weigh, and label materials for shipment, ensuring 100% accuracy.
• Manage outdoor yard inventory, including the movement of large cable spools and transformers.
• Load and unload trucks, including specialized flat-deck trailers.
• Perform quality assurance inspections on incoming and returned materials.
• Maintain a clean and safe warehouse environment by following housekeeping and preventative maintenance programs.
• Process customer complaints or feedback by coordinating with the department supervisor.
• Assemble and disassemble warehouse storage solutions like bins, racks, and shelves as needed.

Qualifications
• Valid Forklift Certification (Counterbalance and Reach) is mandatory.
• Proven experience as a Forklift Operator in a high-volume manufacturing & logistics environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically strenuous tasks throughout the shift.
• Ownership of certified safety footwear (Steel-toed boots).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an in-person forklift practical test.


Summary
If you meet the requirements of this role, please apply directly to this posting today!

Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.

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