Forklift Operator (Trucker)

Job Title: Forklift Operator (Trucker)Job Description

This role is responsible for operating forklifts and related powered industrial vehicles in a high-volume cookie manufacturing facility. The forklift operator supports 24/7 B shift operations by safely moving materials, handling packaged goods, and using computer systems to track inventory and production activities in a GMP-regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down and stand-up counterbalance forklifts, walkie/rider trucks, and reach trucks to move raw materials, packaging, and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Load, unload, and transport pallets and materials in a consumer packaged goods manufacturing environment while following all safety and GMP guidelines.
• Use computer systems to record, track, and verify material movements, inventory levels, and production-related data accurately and in a timely manner.
• Support packing and material handling activities, ensuring products are correctly staged, labeled, and supplied to production lines as needed.
• Lift and handle items up to 50 pounds as part of daily material handling and warehouse duties.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety protocols, including working in a peanut-free facility and maintaining a clean, organized work area.
• Comply with all facility safety rules, including the proper use of personal protective equipment such as hair nets, smocks, safety shoes, and ear protection.
• Coordinate with production and warehouse teams to ensure efficient material flow and minimize downtime on the manufacturing lines.
• Perform basic checks on forklifts and powered industrial vehicles before use and report any safety or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Adapt to weekend night 24/7 B shift and flex between day, afternoon, or night shifts during the week as required to support production needs.

Essential Skills

• Valid forklift certification and PIV license with at least one year of experience operating sit-down and stand-up counterbalance forklifts, walkie/rider trucks, and reach trucks.
• Demonstrated experience working in a consumer packaged goods or similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong computer skills and comfort using computer systems as an integral part of daily work.
• Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Understanding of and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in a production setting.
• Experience with packing and material handling in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using SAP or an equivalent warehouse management system is highly desirable.
• Prior work experience in a food manufacturing facility is an asset.
• Familiarity with working in a peanut-free facility and following specific food safety requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with high production volumes.
• Flexibility to work weekend night shifts and adjust to additional day, afternoon, or night shifts during the week.

Why Work Here?

Join a high-volume food manufacturing environment where safety, quality, and teamwork are core values. You will work in a well-structured GMP facility with clear processes, standardized protective equipment, and opportunities to build your skills on a variety of forklifts and computer-based systems. The operation runs multiple shifts, offering flexibility and consistent hours within a stable, growth-oriented production setting.

Work Environment

The role is based in a cookie manufacturing facility that operates under strict Good Manufacturing Practices in a peanut-free environment. You will work alongside a large production team in a busy, high-output setting. The facility requires the use of hair nets, smocks, safety shoes, and ear protection at all times in production areas. Work involves regular lifting of up to 50 pounds, frequent movement around the plant, and operation of powered industrial vehicles. The primary schedule is weekend night 24/7 B shift, with flexibility to work an additional two days during the week on day, afternoon, or night shifts, depending on production needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Toronto, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Toronto,ON.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de laviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons lexpertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de lindustrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers lAmérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions daffaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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

La société souscrit au principe dégalité daccès à lemploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de lâge, de la couleur, de la religion, de lorigine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de lorientation sexuelle, de lidentité de genre, de linformation génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

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About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.