Forklift Operator (Mississauga)

Forklift Operator (Mississauga)

29 Oct
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Aerotek
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Mississauga

29 Oct

Aerotek

Mississauga

Job Title: Warehouse Reach Truck Operator
Job Description
Join a modern, high-volume distribution center that supplies products across eastern Canada, operating in a clean and well-organized warehouse environment. In this role, you primarily operate a reach truck while handling the breakdown and sorting of pallets, performing general labour tasks, and supporting order picking when needed. You work with incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accurate counts and safe handling of materials up to 50 lbs.
Responsibilities
Operate a reach truck for approximately 60% of the shift to move, store, and retrieve materials within the warehouse.
Break down and sort pallets in the receiving area, ensuring items are organized and staged correctly.
Perform general labour tasks for approximately 40% of the shift, including lifting, moving, and arranging products and materials.
Support order picking activities when the receiving area is less busy, following pick lists and warehouse procedures.
Lift and handle boxes and materials weighing up to 50 lbs safely and efficiently.
Count incoming and outgoing shipments accurately to maintain inventory integrity and support smooth warehouse operations.
Follow all health and safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to warehouse safety procedures.
Participate in orientation and health and safety training, applying learned procedures to daily tasks.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, contributing to the overall cleanliness of the warehouse.
Collaborate with a team of warehouse staff and office personnel to ensure efficient workflow and timely order processing.
Essential Skills




Proven ability to lift and safely handle loads up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
Valid external reach truck license, with demonstrated proficiency operating a reach truck in a warehouse environment.
Warehouse experience driving a reach truck, including maneuvering in aisles and working at height.
Experience performing general labour tasks such as pallet breakdown, sorting, and material handling.
Ability to perform order picking with attention to detail and adherence to pick lists.
Strong attention to detail when counting and verifying incoming and outgoing shipments.
Commitment to following health and safety procedures and using required personal protective equipment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in a large warehouse or distribution center environment.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, productivity-driven setting.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team of warehouse and front office staff.
Willingness to wear steel-toe footwear and other provided safety gear such as vests and masks.
Reliability in maintaining consistent attendance for early morning shifts (6:00 a.m.
2:30 p.m.).
Why Work Here?
You join a large, well-established global organization with a strong presence and long-term stability. The facility offers a clean, modern warehouse environment,



an in office gym, and a spacious lunch room to support your well-being. When you move into a permanent role, you gain access to medical and dental benefits without a probation period, as well as quarterly productivity-based bonuses. The scale of the organization provides meaningful opportunities for growth and career development.
Work Environment
You work in a large, state-of-the-art warehouse with a team of approximately 30 people, including warehouse staff and front office personnel. The facility is well lit and modern, with a clean layout designed for efficient operations. You have access to a large lunch room and an in office gym. The dress code requires steel-toe footwear, and safety vests and masks are provided. The standard shift runs from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. On your first day, you complete an orientation that introduces the building, protocols, and safety measures, along with health and safety training and issuance of your safety vest.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mississauga, ON.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $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.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mississauga, ON.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mississauga,ON.
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