Forklift Training Specialist

Etobicoke, ON

$24.75 an hour

ABOUT US:
STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations and Technology. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.

THE ROLE:
STRIVE is working with a respected third-party logistics company in search of a Training Specialist to join their warehouse operations team in Etobicoke, ON . This is a 3-month contract covering an employee's leave, with the possibility of an extension .

This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive individual who is passionate about workplace safety, employee development, and operational excellence.

In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering hands-on training programs that support new hires and current team members across a variety of operational and safety protocols. From onboarding and forklift operation to WMS instruction and health and safety coaching, you'll ensure team members are well-equipped to perform their roles safely and effectively. You'll also assist with general warehouse duties when training is not actively scheduled.

ADVANTAGES

Competitive starting hourly rate of $24.75/hr

3-month contract covering an employee's leave, with the possibility of extension

Opportunity to work across multiple warehouse sites

Sunday - Wednesday schedule on nights! (9:00 pm - 7:00 am)





Great team culture within a growing logistics facility

Chance to make a meaningful impact on workplace safety and employee development

Weekly pay and robust potential for long-term growth

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct onboarding and ongoing training for employees in safety, equipment operation, warehouse systems, and quality procedures

Maintain a consistent training schedule and provide refresher sessions as needed

Support training in additional areas based on operational needs

Audit employee performance and processes to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and inventory standards

Maintain accurate training records and documentation

Promote and uphold workplace safety in line with OHSA and internal policies

Identify opportunities to improve health, safety, and operational performance

Communicate safety goals, updates, and training outcomes to the team

Assist with general warehouse duties when training is not in progress (e.g., picking, loading/unloading)

Notify management of any health and safety concerns or risks

REQUIREMENTS

Certified MHE Trainer (Train the Trainer certificate)

5+ years of experience operating MHE (ex, Reach Truck, Order Picker, Dockstockers, Walkies and Counterbalance)

Prior experience delivering training in a warehouse or industrial setting is strongly preferred

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Ability to work independently and adapt to a changing environment

Strong understanding of health & safety standards and warehouse procedures

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Comfortable working in environments ranging from 2° to -30°C

Willingness to travel to different locations within the region

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📌 Forklift Training Specialist (Ontario)
🏢 STRIVE Recruitment
📍 Ontario