Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers, where your talents contribute to our commitment to excellence and community impact.

Big 8 and our Central Kitchens play an important role in bringing great products to our stores and customers. From the iconic Big 8 beverage brand to our growing Central Kitchens network producing fresh, chef-inspired meals that are ready to eat, heat, or cook, these teams help deliver quality and convenience across our banners. Together, they combine manufacturing and culinary expertise to support our stores with differentiated products customers love.

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The Material Handler Equipment Operator (MHEO) is responsible for the secure movement, storage, and shipment of products using forklifts and other equipment in a food production environment. The MHEO is responsible for receiving and verifying shipments, maintaining inventory accuracy and product rotation, and ensuring orders are prepared and shipped efficiently while meeting safety and quality standards.

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Here’s Where You’ll Be Focusing

- Safely and accurately move product into inventory and to the correct locations on a continuous basis.
- Operate a forklift to load, unload, and transport products.
- Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments; ensure proper placement in storage areas.
- Prepare, stage, and ship outgoing orders while ensuring accuracy and product integrity.
- Maintain proper product rotation (FIFO) and replenish picking locations as needed.
- Place palletized products in designated reserve and pick slots.
- Complete daily equipment inspections (pre-checks) and operate equipment safely at all times.




- Work closely with production and warehouse teams to support workflow and productivity.
- Maintain clean, organized work areas and uphold sanitation standards.
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds; work in a cool environment (1–4°C).
- Follow all food safety (GFSI) and health & safety procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

What You Have To Offer

- Minimum 6 months of experience in a warehouse, distribution centre, or food production environment.
- Experience operating mobile equipment (standing forklift, manual and electric pallet jacks, etc.).
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle shipping documentation accurately.
- Ability to read and understand work instructions and shipping specifications.
- Committed to safety, quality, and maintaining product integrity (minimizing damage and shortages).
- Reliable, punctual, and able to meet productivity standards in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable working on the floor in a hands-on role.
- Willing and able to work flexible hours, including overtime, nights, and weekends.
- Previous loading experience is considered an asset.

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We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits,



retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.

Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. To learn more about this opportunity including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required please click the “I’m interested” or "Apply" button above. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.

Additional Information

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We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.

Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.

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