Job Title: Forklift Operator Job Description

The Forklift Driver / Warehouse Associate is responsible for supporting various operational components within the warehouse. This role involves working in diverse temperature settings, including room temperature, cooler (1-3°C), and freezer (-23°C) environments. All necessary safety and warming gear will be provided.

Responsibilities

- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely and efficiently.

- Receive, inspect, and store incoming shipments accurately.

- Pick, pack, sort, and stage products for outgoing orders.

- Load and unload containers, trailers, and trucks.

- Palletize and organize products to meet customer and operational requirements.

- Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in all handling and documentation.

- Perform general warehouse duties, including cleaning and maintaining work areas and equipment.

- Follow all company, provincial, and federal health and safety regulations, including CFIA and HACCP protocols.

- Assist with inventory control, including cycle counts and product checks.

- Work effectively in temperature-controlled environments, ranging from ambient to -23°C.

- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or management.

Essential Skills

- 3+ years of forklift and warehousing experience.

- Valid forklift certification or equivalent hands-on experience.

- Comfortable operating a stand‑up forklift and SDCB forklift.

- Experience or comfort working in cold storage environments.

- Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs when required.

- Legally eligible to work in Canada.





- Strong communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

- Good organizational and time management skills.

- Reliable, self‑motivated, and adaptable in a fast‑paced setting.

- Safety‑focused mindset with strict adherence to procedures and protocols.

Why Work Here?

We offer medical and dental benefits, boot and glove allocations annually, and company‑provided jackets for freezer rooms. Employees have opportunities for growth and access to training options. We foster long‑term career development in a supportive work environment.

Work Environment

Day Shift (1st) Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 6 PM, with 1-2 overtime Sunday shifts per month. There is an option for a 7:00 AM start, but 10 AM is preferred. The work environment includes temperature‑controlled areas, ensuring comfort and safety.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Delta, BC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 Delta,BC.

La société souscrit au principe dégalité daccès à lemploi 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.

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.

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.

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