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Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Fuze HR Solutions • milton, halton region, Canada
6 hours ago
Job description

Crown Reach & Electric Counterbalance Forklift Operator

Location: Milton, ON
Industry: Food Manufacturing – Premium Baked Goods
Pay Rate: $26.50/hour
Shift: 1:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Schedule: Monday to Friday, with flexibility for overtime and occasional weekends
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing, based on client business needs

About the Opportunity

Fuze HR Solutions is currently hiring an experienced Crown Reach & Electric Counterbalance Forklift Operator for a well-established food manufacturing facility in Milton, Ontario.

This position is based within a busy Shipping & Receiving operation and is ideal for an experienced forklift operator who is comfortable working in a fast-paced food manufacturing and warehouse environment.

The successful candidate must have valid forklift certification and a minimum of 2 years of hands‑on experience operating both Crown Reach and Electric Counterbalance forklifts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely and efficiently operate Crown Reach and Electric Counterbalance forklifts
  • Move finished and packaged products from production to designated storage locations
  • Load and unload trailers safely and accurately
  • Stage ingredients and packaging materials to support production requirements
  • Inspect pallets for damage and ensure products are properly labelled
  • Accurately document inventory movements using a Warehouse Management System (WMS)
  • Follow all applicable MOL, GMP, HACCP and CTPAT procedures and standards
  • Assist production staff when required
  • Occasionally operate other production equipment, including an apple peeler; training will be provided
  • Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
  • Follow all company food safety, health and safety, and warehouse procedures

Working Environment

This position involves working in both cooler (+5°C) and freezer (-20°C) environments.

Operators will move in and out of temperature-controlled areas throughout the shift and will not be stationed inside the freezer for extended periods.

Freezer gear, including a freezer jacket, gloves and sweater, will be provided.

Requirements

  • Valid forklift certification for Crown Reach and Electric Counterbalance
  • Minimum 2 years of hands‑on experience operating both types of equipment
  • Previous Shipping & Receiving and warehouse experience strongly preferred
  • Experience working with a WMS is an asset
  • Comfortable working in cooler and freezer environments
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs when required
  • Must have steel-toe safety shoes
  • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment
  • Must be flexible to work overtime and occasional weekends based on operational requirements
  • Ability to successfully complete a background check as part of the onboarding process
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety, accuracy and reliability

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Forklift Operator • milton, halton region, Canada