Are you an experienced Forklift Operator looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in Kitchener, Ontario? Do you thrive in a dynamic manufacturing and logistics environment? Randstad Operational, a global leader in talent solutions, is currently partnering with a premier furniture manufacturer to recruit dedicated Forklift Operators for immediate openings. Whether you are looking to secure a steady schedule or seeking a position with strong long-term career potential, our expert recruiters are here to guide you every step of the way.
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We are currently seeking two skilled Forklift Operators to join our client's growing team. The first opening is for a hybrid day shift running Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM at a competitive hourly rate of $21.29. The second opening is for the afternoon shift running Monday to Friday from 3:30 PM to 11:45 PM, offering a base rate of $21.29 per hour plus a $0.65 shift premium (totaling $21.94/hr). Both roles require an external Counterbalance forklift license and are located at a top-tier facility in Kitchener, ON.
As a Forklift Operator within our manufacturing & logistics specialization, you will play a critical role in the daily supply chain operations. This long-term position involves safely operating material-handling equipment to move raw materials, semi-finished goods, and completed furniture products throughout the warehouse and production floor. By ensuring that materials are delivered to production lines accurately and finished goods are safely staged for shipping, you directly contribute to the facility's efficiency and success.
Advantages
• Competitive hourly pay rate of $21.29/hr for the hybrid shift.
• Attractive shift premium of $0.65/hr for the afternoon shift (totaling $21.94/hr).
• Consistent Monday to Friday schedule providing an excellent work-life balance.
• High long-term potential with opportunities for career growth within a stable manufacturing organization.
• Work in a modern, clean, and safe furniture manufacturing facility located centrally in Kitchener, ON.
• Weekly pay schedule with accessible online pay statements through Randstad Operational.
• Direct support and career coaching from Randstad’s expert manufacturing & logistics recruiters.
Responsibilities
• Operate a Counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently within a busy manufacturing & logistics facility.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments from trailers, containers, and staging areas.
• Move raw materials and completed furniture components to designated storage racks or production lines.
• Verify inventory counts and inspect incoming materials for damages or discrepancies before storing them.
• Utilize RF scanners or warehouse documentation to track inventory movements accurately.
• Conduct daily pre-operational safety inspections on the forklift and report any maintenance defects.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment by adhering to compliance and safety protocols.
• Assist team members with general warehouse or production floor duties as required to meet daily targets.
Qualifications
• Valid external Counterbalance forklift operator license or certification is mandatory.
• Ability to work either the hybrid shift (10:00 AM – 6:30 PM) or the afternoon shift (3:30 PM – 11:45 PM).
• Prior experience in a manufacturing & logistics, warehousing, or industrial environment is required.
• Ability to comfortably lift up to 50 lbs comfortably when manual handling is required.
• Steel-toed safety boots (CSA approved) are mandatory for this industrial manufacturing environment.
• Reliable transportation to reach the facility in Kitchener, ON for scheduled shift times.
Summary
If this Forklift Operator position matches your skills and career aspirations, we want to hear from you today. Applying through Randstad Operational ensures your profile is reviewed directly by our specialized manufacturing & logistics recruiters, who are experts in matching top talent with leading local employers. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity with excellent long-term potential in Kitchener, ON—reach out to our recruitment team or submit your application directly on our website to take the next step in your career journey.
If this job doesn't fit what you are looking for, contact our expert team to explore other exciting career opportunities that match your unique skills.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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Are you an experienced Forklift Operator looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in Kitchener, Ontario? Do you thrive in a dynamic manufacturing and logistics environment? Randstad Operational, a global leader in talent solutions, is currently partnering with a premier furniture manufacturer to recruit dedicated Forklift Operators for immediate openings. Whether you are looking to secure a steady schedule or seeking a position with strong long-term career potential, our expert recruiters are here to guide you every step of the way.
We are currently seeking two skilled Forklift Operators to join our client's growing team. The first opening is for a hybrid day shift running Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM at a competitive hourly rate of $21.29. The second opening is for the afternoon shift running Monday to Friday from 3:30 PM to 11:45 PM, offering a base rate of $21.29 per hour plus a $0.65 shift premium (totaling $21.94/hr). Both roles require an external Counterbalance forklift license and are located at a top-tier facility in Kitchener, ON.
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As a Forklift Operator within our manufacturing & logistics specialization, you will play a critical role in the daily supply chain operations. This long-term position involves safely operating material-handling equipment to move raw materials, semi-finished goods, and completed furniture products throughout the warehouse and production floor. By ensuring that materials are delivered to production lines accurately and finished goods are safely staged for shipping, you directly contribute to the facility's efficiency and success.
Advantages
• Competitive hourly pay rate of $21.29/hr for the hybrid shift.
• Attractive shift premium of $0.65/hr for the afternoon shift (totaling $21.94/hr).
• Consistent Monday to Friday schedule providing an excellent work-life balance.
• High long-term potential with opportunities for career growth within a stable manufacturing organization.
• Work in a modern, clean, and safe furniture manufacturing facility located centrally in Kitchener, ON.
• Weekly pay schedule with accessible online pay statements through Randstad Operational.
• Direct support and career coaching from Randstad’s expert manufacturing & logistics recruiters.
Responsibilities
• Operate a Counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently within a busy manufacturing & logistics facility.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments from trailers, containers, and staging areas.
• Move raw materials and completed furniture components to designated storage racks or production lines.
• Verify inventory counts and inspect incoming materials for damages or discrepancies before storing them.
• Utilize RF scanners or warehouse documentation to track inventory movements accurately.
• Conduct daily pre-operational safety inspections on the forklift and report any maintenance defects.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment by adhering to compliance and safety protocols.
• Assist team members with general warehouse or production floor duties as required to meet daily targets.
Qualifications
• Valid external Counterbalance forklift operator license or certification is mandatory.
• Ability to work either the hybrid shift (10:00 AM – 6:30 PM) or the afternoon shift (3:30 PM – 11:45 PM).
• Prior experience in a manufacturing & logistics, warehousing, or industrial environment is required.
• Ability to comfortably lift up to 50 lbs comfortably when manual handling is required.
• Steel-toed safety boots (CSA approved) are mandatory for this industrial manufacturing environment.
• Reliable transportation to reach the facility in Kitchener, ON for scheduled shift times.
Summary
If this Forklift Operator position matches your skills and career aspirations, we want to hear from you today. Applying through Randstad Operational ensures your profile is reviewed directly by our specialized manufacturing & logistics recruiters, who are experts in matching top talent with leading local employers. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity with excellent long-term potential in Kitchener, ON—reach out to our recruitment team or submit your application directly on our website to take the next step in your career journey.
If this job doesn't fit what you are looking for, contact our expert team to explore other exciting career opportunities that match your unique skills.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.
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