Forklift Operator (Canada)

Forklift Operator (Canada)

05 Aug
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Aerotek
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Canada

05 Aug

Aerotek

Canada

Job Title: Warehouse Reach Truck and Order Picker Operator

Job Description

This role involves operating reach trucks and order pickers in a busy plumbing distribution facility, ensuring accurate picking, packing, shipping, and receiving activities while adhering to all safety standards and performing occasional physical warehouse work.

Responsibilities

- Operate reach trucks and order pickers safely and efficiently in a busy plumbing distribution warehouse.
- Use RF scanners to accurately pick, pack, load, ship, and receive products according to daily work orders.
- Perform general production and material handling tasks as needed to support warehouse operations.
- Handle shipping and receiving duties, including loading and unloading, sorting, and staging materials.
- Maintain a high level of accuracy in order picking and packing to meet customer and operational requirements.
- Follow all safety standards and procedures, including proper use of harnesses and other required safety equipment.
- Lift and move products weighing 50+ pounds as part of daily warehouse activities.
- Report equipment issues or safety concerns promptly to ensure continued safe operation of material handling equipment.

Essential Skills

- Minimum 2+ years of material handling equipment experience operating reach trucks and order pickers.
- Minimum 2+ years of warehouse forklift experience.
- Proficiency using RF scanners for picking, shipping, receiving, and inventory-related tasks.
- Demonstrated experience in general production, picking, packing, shipping, and receiving within a warehouse setting.
- Strong awareness of safety procedures and willingness to follow all safety standards, including use of harnesses.
- Ability to work effectively on afternoon/second shift and maintain productivity throughout the shift.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in handling orders and inventory.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Forklift certification for Reach Truck and Order Picker is preferred.
- Experience working in a busy distribution or logistics environment.
- Comfort operating various types of material handling equipment, including reach forklifts and order pickers.
- Ability to work both on equipment and perform physical warehouse tasks as required.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a warehouse team and communicate clearly with coworkers.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from day-one coverage, access to an in office gym, and vacation accrual that supports long-term work-life balance. The workplace invests in employee well-being through health-oriented amenities and structured time-off,



creating an environment that values both performance and personal wellness.

Work Environment

This position is based in a busy plumbing distribution warehouse operating on an afternoon/second shift schedule from 3:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, with two unpaid 30-minute breaks. Team members primarily work on material handling equipment such as reach trucks, order pickers, and reach forklifts, while also performing physical tasks that involve lifting 50+ pounds. The environment emphasizes strict adherence to safety standards, including the use of harnesses and other protective equipment. The facility offers an on-site gym for employee use, and employees accrue vacation over time. Work is performed indoors in a fast-paced, production-oriented setting, with appropriate warehouse attire required to ensure safety and comfort.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vaughan, ON.

Pay and Advantages

The pay range for this position is $22.47 - $22.47/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Vaughan,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 l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 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 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.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

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: Aerotek.com | 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.

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