Are you an experienced and certified Forklift Operator looking for a significant career opportunity in Brantford, Ontario? We are actively seeking a skilled professional to fill a full-time Forklift Operator position within the dynamic Manufacturing & Logistics sector. This role requires a specialist with proven expertise in operating a Sit-down
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Counterbalance forklift, specifically with a Clamp attachment. If you possess a valid external forklift license and have at least two years of dedicated experience, you are the candidate we are looking for. This is more than just a job; it is a chance to join a leading company in Brantford where your skills as a Forklift Operator will be valued and essential to the operational success of a busy warehouse environment. You will be a key player in the facility's shipping, receiving, and inventory management processes, contributing directly to the efficiency of the supply chain. This role within the Manufacturing & Logistics industry offers stable shifts and a pathway to a permanent position for dedicated individuals.
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Secure a job that complements your skills, supports work-life balance, and powers your goals. Get access to a range of job opportunities through permanent, temp, or contract roles with the best employers, plus ongoing training from a trusted partner who cares about your working life and well-being.
Requirements
To be considered for this premier Forklift Operator opportunity in Brantford, candidates must meet the following essential requirements. These qualifications are non-negotiable and ensure you are prepared for the demands of this specialized role in the Manufacturing & Logistics industry.
A minimum of two (2) years of proven experience operating a Sit-down Counterbalance forklift, with specific and mandatory experience using a Clamp attachment.
A valid and current external forklift operator's license issued by a recognized and accredited training center in Ontario.
Ownership of CSA-approved steel-toed safety shoes, which are required to be worn at all times on-site.
A strong desire for a long-term, stable employment opportunity and a commitment to growing with a leading company.
The ability to successfully pass a practical forklift assessment.
Advantages
Advantages
By securing this Forklift Operator position through Randstad, you gain access to a host of competitive advantages designed to support your career and well-being. We are committed to providing our talent with rewarding opportunities in the Manufacturing & Logistics field.
Competitive Compensation: Receive reliable weekly pay, ensuring consistent and timely remuneration for your hard work, plus 4% vacation pay.
Path to Permanency: This role offers a fantastic opportunity for permanent hire with our client, providing long-term job security and career stability.
Overtime Availability: Frequent opportunities for overtime are available for those looking to increase their earnings.
Comprehensive Benefits: Access to optional health and dental benefits from day one, offering peace of mind for you and your family.
Accessibility: The Brantford facility is conveniently located on a bus route, making your commute simple and stress-free.
Full-Time Hours: Enjoy the stability of a full-time schedule with consistent day or afternoon shifts.
Supportive Environment: Work in a professional and safety-focused environment with on-site parking available.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
As a Forklift Operator, you will be entrusted with a range of crucial responsibilities that are vital to the seamless operation of the warehouse. Your primary duty will be the expert operation of a Sit-down Counterbalance forklift equipped with a Clamp attachment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. This is a key role in the Manufacturing & Logistics process flow.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Operating the Sit-down Counterbalance forklift and its Clamp attachment with precision and a commitment to safety standards at all times.
Performing shipping and receiving tasks, including loading and unloading trailers, and ensuring the accuracy of all inbound and outbound shipments.
Handling and transporting materials, specifically cartons containing bathroom fixtures, with the utmost care to prevent damage.
Utilizing RF scanning equipment to accurately track inventory, process orders, and maintain real-time data integrity within the warehouse management system.
Building and breaking down pallets, ensuring products are stacked securely and logically for storage or shipment.
Wrapping pallets securely to prepare them for transport, ensuring load stability.
Assisting the team in preparing products for distribution, collaborating effectively with colleagues to meet daily and weekly targets.
Conducting routine pre-operation and post-operation inspections of the forklift to ensure it is in safe and efficient working order, reporting any mechanical issues immediately.
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with all company policies and health and safety regulations.
Occasionally operating manual equipment such as a pump truck to move pallets within the warehouse or position them for loading.
Qualifications
Skills
To excel in this Forklift Operator role, a specific set of technical and soft skills is required. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of proficiency and a professional attitude. Your expertise is the cornerstone of success in this demanding Manufacturing & Logistics position.
Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated mastery in operating a Sit-down Counterbalance forklift. Crucial to this role is extensive, hands-on experience with the Clamp attachment, showcasing your ability to handle specialized loads with confidence and precision.
Certification: Possession of a valid, external Forklift Operator's license from a recognized training institution in Ontario is mandatory.
Experience: A minimum of two years of consistent, recent experience as a Forklift Operator in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment.
Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail is essential when handling products, verifying orders with an RF scanner, and ensuring the accuracy of inventory records.
Safety Consciousness: A deep-rooted commitment to workplace safety protocols. You must be able to identify potential hazards and operate equipment in a manner that ensures the safety of yourself and your colleagues.
Teamwork and Communication: Strong collaborative skills to work effectively with other warehouse personnel, supervisors, and logistics coordinators to achieve common goals.
Physical Stamina: The ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including sitting for extended periods and manual handling of materials when required.
Summary
This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated and certified Forklift Operator to advance their career within a leading Manufacturing & Logistics company in Brantford. If you have the required Sit-down Counterbalance and Clamp attachment experience and are looking for a stable, long-term role with potential for growth, we strongly encourage you to apply. Take the next step in your professional journey and become a vital part of a successful and efficient warehouse team. Apply today to be considered for this role.
If this particular Forklift Operator role isn't the perfect match for your career aspirations, we still want to connect with you. As a global leader in recruitment, we partner with top employers and have access to a wide array of opportunities in Manufacturing & Logistics, skilled trades, and industrial management. Let us be your career partner and help you find a position that aligns with your skills and goals.
Apply now!
Give us a call at 519- 758-1511
Email your resume to melanie.Gale@randstad.ca or Arthur.coventry@randstad.ca
Apply directly to this posting or go to randstad.ca
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.
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Are you an experienced and certified Forklift Operator looking for a significant career opportunity in Brantford, Ontario? We are actively seeking a skilled professional to fill a full-time Forklift Operator position within the dynamic Manufacturing & Logistics sector. This role requires a specialist with proven expertise in operating a Sit-down Counterbalance forklift, specifically with a Clamp attachment. If you possess a valid external forklift license and have at least two years of dedicated experience, you are the candidate we are looking for. This is more than just a job; it is a chance to join a leading company in Brantford where your skills as a Forklift Operator will be valued and essential to the operational success of a busy warehouse environment. You will be a key player in the facility's shipping, receiving, and inventory management processes, contributing directly to the efficiency of the supply chain. This role within the Manufacturing & Logistics industry offers stable shifts and a pathway to a permanent position for dedicated individuals.
Randstad Operational
...
Secure a job that complements your skills, supports work-life balance, and powers your goals. Get access to a range of job opportunities through permanent, temp, or contract roles with the best employers, plus ongoing training from a trusted partner who cares about your working life and well-being.
Requirements
To be considered for this premier Forklift Operator opportunity in Brantford, candidates must meet the following essential requirements. These qualifications are non-negotiable and ensure you are prepared for the demands of this specialized role in the Manufacturing & Logistics industry.
A minimum of two (2) years of proven experience operating a Sit-down Counterbalance forklift, with specific and mandatory experience using a Clamp attachment.
A valid and current external forklift operator's license issued by a recognized and accredited training center in Ontario.
Ownership of CSA-approved steel-toed safety shoes, which are required to be worn at all times on-site.
A strong desire for a long-term, stable employment opportunity and a commitment to growing with a leading company.
The ability to successfully pass a practical forklift assessment.
Advantages
Advantages
By securing this Forklift Operator position through Randstad, you gain access to a host of competitive advantages designed to support your career and well-being. We are committed to providing our talent with rewarding opportunities in the Manufacturing & Logistics field.
Competitive Compensation: Receive reliable weekly pay, ensuring consistent and timely remuneration for your hard work, plus 4% vacation pay.
Path to Permanency: This role offers a fantastic opportunity for permanent hire with our client, providing long-term job security and career stability.
Overtime Availability: Frequent opportunities for overtime are available for those looking to increase their earnings.
Comprehensive Benefits: Access to optional health and dental benefits from day one, offering peace of mind for you and your family.
Accessibility: The Brantford facility is conveniently located on a bus route, making your commute simple and stress-free.
Full-Time Hours: Enjoy the stability of a full-time schedule with consistent day or afternoon shifts.
Supportive Environment: Work in a professional and safety-focused environment with on-site parking available.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
As a Forklift Operator, you will be entrusted with a range of crucial responsibilities that are vital to the seamless operation of the warehouse. Your primary duty will be the expert operation of a Sit-down Counterbalance forklift equipped with a Clamp attachment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. This is a key role in the Manufacturing & Logistics process flow.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Operating the Sit-down Counterbalance forklift and its Clamp attachment with precision and a commitment to safety standards at all times.
Performing shipping and receiving tasks, including loading and unloading trailers, and ensuring the accuracy of all inbound and outbound shipments.
Handling and transporting materials, specifically cartons containing bathroom fixtures, with the utmost care to prevent damage.
Utilizing RF scanning equipment to accurately track inventory, process orders, and maintain real-time data integrity within the warehouse management system.
Building and breaking down pallets, ensuring products are stacked securely and logically for storage or shipment.
Wrapping pallets securely to prepare them for transport, ensuring load stability.
Assisting the team in preparing products for distribution, collaborating effectively with colleagues to meet daily and weekly targets.
Conducting routine pre-operation and post-operation inspections of the forklift to ensure it is in safe and efficient working order, reporting any mechanical issues immediately.
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with all company policies and health and safety regulations.
Occasionally operating manual equipment such as a pump truck to move pallets within the warehouse or position them for loading.
Qualifications
Skills
To excel in this Forklift Operator role, a specific set of technical and soft skills is required. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of proficiency and a professional attitude. Your expertise is the cornerstone of success in this demanding Manufacturing & Logistics position.
Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated mastery in operating a Sit-down Counterbalance forklift. Crucial to this role is extensive, hands-on experience with the Clamp attachment, showcasing your ability to handle specialized loads with confidence and precision.
Certification: Possession of a valid, external Forklift Operator's license from a recognized training institution in Ontario is mandatory.
Experience: A minimum of two years of consistent, recent experience as a Forklift Operator in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment.
Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail is essential when handling products, verifying orders with an RF scanner, and ensuring the accuracy of inventory records.
Safety Consciousness: A deep-rooted commitment to workplace safety protocols. You must be able to identify potential hazards and operate equipment in a manner that ensures the safety of yourself and your colleagues.
Teamwork and Communication: Strong collaborative skills to work effectively with other warehouse personnel, supervisors, and logistics coordinators to achieve common goals.
Physical Stamina: The ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including sitting for extended periods and manual handling of materials when required.
Summary
This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated and certified Forklift Operator to advance their career within a leading Manufacturing & Logistics company in Brantford. If you have the required Sit-down Counterbalance and Clamp attachment experience and are looking for a stable, long-term role with potential for growth, we strongly encourage you to apply. Take the next step in your professional journey and become a vital part of a successful and efficient warehouse team. Apply today to be considered for this role.
If this particular Forklift Operator role isn't the perfect match for your career aspirations, we still want to connect with you. As a global leader in recruitment, we partner with top employers and have access to a wide array of opportunities in Manufacturing & Logistics, skilled trades, and industrial management. Let us be your career partner and help you find a position that aligns with your skills and goals.
Apply now!
Give us a call at 519- 758-1511
Email your resume to melanie.Gale@randstad.ca or Arthur.coventry@randstad.ca
Apply directly to this posting or go to randstad.ca
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.
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