Forklift operator

Forklift Operator (Certified) – Burlington, ON
Our Burlington logistics team is expanding, and we are looking for a dependable, certified Forklift Operator to join the crew. We take pride in running a smooth, clean, and respectful warehouse where safety is the top priority every day, not just a line in a handbook. If you take pride in your work, show up on time, and want a steady role with a solid team, we want to hear from you.

What We Offer
- Competitive Pay: $20.00 to $23.00 per hour, scaled to match your experience.
- Stable Schedule: Reliable, full-time hours so you can plan your life outside of work with confidence.
- Great Work Environment: Modern, well-maintained facility designed for maximum safety, cleanliness, and efficiency.
- Local Position: Conveniently based right here in Burlington, keeping your commute straightforward.

Job Requirements
To be a good fit for this position, you must bring:
- A current, valid forklift certification and a strict, everyday commitment to safe operating procedures.
- Proven experience working efficiently within an organized warehouse or logistics environment.
- A solid track record of strong attendance, punctuality, and overall workplace reliability.

Advantages
What’s in it for You
- Solid Starting Wages: $20.00 to $23.00 per hour, depending on your experience level.
- Steady, Reliable Income: Guaranteed full-time hours every week, meaning predictable paychecks you can actually count on.
- Easy Commute: Conveniently located facilities in both Burlington and Oakville, keeping your drive short and straightforward.
- Top-Notch Work Environment: Modern, clean, and well-organized workspaces built specifically to keep you safe and efficient on the job.
- Fast Hiring Process: Streamlined onboarding so you can clear the paperwork, get on the floor, and start earning right away.

Responsibilities
Daily Responsibilities
- Material Handling: Safely and accurately move, stack, and retrieve heavy inventory throughout the facility.
- Shipping & Receiving: Efficiently load and unload incoming and outgoing trailers in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Order Fulfillment: Pick orders and replenish stock quickly to keep the warehouse operations running smoothly.
- Equipment Care: Perform daily pre-shift inspections on your forklift to ensure the machine is safe and working properly.
- Safety First: Follow all site safety protocols strictly to help maintain an accident-free workspace.
- Teamwork: Work together with the rest of the warehouse crew to consistently hit daily shipping and production targets.

Qualifications
Job Qualifications
- Valid Forklift License: Active certification for Counterbalance, Reach, Dock Stocker, or Walkie.
- Safe Operator: Demonstrated history of running equipment safely in busy, high-traffic industrial settings.
- Reliable: A solid track record of excellent attendance, punctuality, and professional dependability.
- Physical Capability: Able to stand for long stretches during a shift and comfortably lift up to 50 lbs.
- Availability: Ready to commit to a steady, full-time schedule at our Burlington facility.

Summary
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know so we can work with you to meet your needs.

If you're an experienced individual looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. Apply online or email your resume to talent.center@randstad.ca to join our team!

This is a general posting for future talent needs at Randstad. By applying, you agree to be added to our talent pool and may be contacted for a general screening as new positions arise.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.