Now Hiring: Experienced Counterbalance Forklift Operators in Guelph, ON!
Randstad is partnering with a leading automotive manufacturer in Guelph to hire safety-focused Propane Counterbalance Forklift Operators. If you thrive in a fast-paced production environment and want steady, full-time hours with extra shift premiums, this role is for you.
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Why Apply?
Higher Earning Potential: Competitive hourly pay + shift premiums on afternoon and night rotations.
Long-Term Opportunity: Consistent, full-time hours with a premier automotive employer.
Safe, Modern Facility: Work with a team that prioritizes safety and operational excellence.
Randstad Support: Weekly pay, dedicated recruiters, and ongoing career opportunities.
Mandatory Rotating Shift Schedule
Candidates must be available to rotate across all three shifts:
Days: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Afternoons: 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM (+ Shift Premium)
Nights: 12:00 AM – 8:30 AM (+ Shift Premium)
What You’ll Do
Safely operate a counterbalance propane forklift to move raw materials and finished goods.
Keep automotive sub-assembly lines stocked and staging zones organized.
Load/unload trailers at busy shipping and receiving docks.
Complete daily equipment safety checks and follow plant safety rules.
What You Need
Valid Counterbalance Forklift Certification and prior propane forklift experience.
Background in manufacturing, automotive, or high-volume logistics.
Full availability for the 3-shift rotation and reliable transportation to Guelph.
Advantages
Reliable Weekly Pay: Start at $21.00/hour, paid every week via direct deposit.
Boost Your Earnings: Earn extra shift premiums on all scheduled afternoon and night rotations.
Steady Full-Time Hours: Build long-term stability with consistent hours in a growing automotive sector.
Modern, Well-Maintained Fleet: Operate reliable, up-to-date propane counterbalance equipment.
Paid Onboarding & Safety Training: Get set up for success with a full facility walkthrough, orientation, and automotive safety training on day one.
Supportive Plant Culture: Join a fast-paced, safety-first team where coworkers have each other's backs.
Direct Access to Top Employers: Get your foot in the door with a premier manufacturer through Randstad.
Dedicated Career Support: Partner with specialized industrial recruiters who offer ongoing coaching and advocate for your goals.
Responsibilities
Forklift Operation: Safely operate a propane counterbalance forklift to move parts, bins, and finished goods across production and warehouse floors.
Line Feeding: Supply active assembly lines and stamping cells on time to prevent downtime.
Shipping & Receiving: Unload trailers, containers, and flatbeds against manifests; load and secure outbound freight to prevent transit damage.
Racking & Storage: Stack and organize pallets in multi-level racking and bulk storage areas per layout plans.
Inventory Scanning: Log all material movements using barcode scanners and warehouse systems to ensure stock accuracy.
Safety Inspections: Perform daily pre-shift circle checks and immediately report any mechanical or safety defects.
5S & Line Clearance: Clear empty skids, totes, and dunnage from stations to keep aisles clean and hazard-free.
Team Collaboration: Coordinate with supervisors, operators, and logistics staff to meet daily production and shipping targets.
Qualifications
Valid Certification: Active external license/certification to operate a counterbalance propane forklift.
Proven Experience: Hands-on background operating counterbalance forklifts or material handling equipment in a manufacturing, automotive, or logistics environment.
Shift Flexibility: Full availability to rotate every two weeks across Days (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM), Afternoons (4:00 PM – 12:30 AM), and Nights (12:00 AM – 8:30 AM).
Physical Readiness: Ability to safely mount and dismount equipment repeatedly and lift up to 50 lbs when needed.
Safety Gear: CSA-approved Grade 1 safety boots (steel or composite toe) and commitment to following all site PPE rules.
Reliable Commute: Dependable transportation to arrive on time in Guelph across all three shift rotations.
Work Eligibility: Legal authorization to work in Canada.
Summary
Ways to apply:
- Apply directly to this ad
- Visit www.randstad.ca to search by job title and apply online
- send your resume on ekjot.mehmy@randstad.ca with subject line "Forklift operator - Guelph"
Disclaimer - This is a general posting for future talent needs at Randstad. By applying, you agree to be added to our talent pool and may be contacted for a general screening as new positions arise. Even if the timing isn't right today, applying now puts you at the top of our list for future openings!
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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Now Hiring: Experienced Counterbalance Forklift Operators in Guelph, ON!
Randstad is partnering with a leading automotive manufacturer in Guelph to hire safety-focused Propane Counterbalance Forklift Operators. If you thrive in a fast-paced production environment and want steady, full-time hours with extra shift premiums, this role is for you.
Why Apply?
Higher Earning Potential: Competitive hourly pay + shift premiums on afternoon and night rotations.
Long-Term Opportunity: Consistent, full-time hours with a premier automotive employer.
Safe, Modern Facility: Work with a team that prioritizes safety and operational excellence.
Randstad Support: Weekly pay, dedicated recruiters, and ongoing career opportunities.
Mandatory Rotating Shift Schedule
Candidates must be available to rotate across all three shifts:
Days: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Afternoons: 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM (+ Shift Premium)
Nights: 12:00 AM – 8:30 AM (+ Shift Premium)
What You’ll Do
Safely operate a counterbalance propane forklift to move raw materials and finished goods.
Keep automotive sub-assembly lines stocked and staging zones organized.
...
Load/unload trailers at busy shipping and receiving docks.
Complete daily equipment safety checks and follow plant safety rules.
What You Need
Valid Counterbalance Forklift Certification and prior propane forklift experience.
Background in manufacturing, automotive, or high-volume logistics.
Full availability for the 3-shift rotation and reliable transportation to Guelph.
Advantages
Reliable Weekly Pay: Start at $21.00/hour, paid every week via direct deposit.
Boost Your Earnings: Earn extra shift premiums on all scheduled afternoon and night rotations.
Steady Full-Time Hours: Build long-term stability with consistent hours in a growing automotive sector.
Modern, Well-Maintained Fleet: Operate reliable, up-to-date propane counterbalance equipment.
Paid Onboarding & Safety Training: Get set up for success with a full facility walkthrough, orientation, and automotive safety training on day one.
Supportive Plant Culture: Join a fast-paced, safety-first team where coworkers have each other's backs.
Direct Access to Top Employers: Get your foot in the door with a premier manufacturer through Randstad.
Dedicated Career Support: Partner with specialized industrial recruiters who offer ongoing coaching and advocate for your goals.
Responsibilities
Forklift Operation: Safely operate a propane counterbalance forklift to move parts, bins, and finished goods across production and warehouse floors.
Line Feeding: Supply active assembly lines and stamping cells on time to prevent downtime.
Shipping & Receiving: Unload trailers, containers, and flatbeds against manifests; load and secure outbound freight to prevent transit damage.
Racking & Storage: Stack and organize pallets in multi-level racking and bulk storage areas per layout plans.
Inventory Scanning: Log all material movements using barcode scanners and warehouse systems to ensure stock accuracy.
Safety Inspections: Perform daily pre-shift circle checks and immediately report any mechanical or safety defects.
5S & Line Clearance: Clear empty skids, totes, and dunnage from stations to keep aisles clean and hazard-free.
Team Collaboration: Coordinate with supervisors, operators, and logistics staff to meet daily production and shipping targets.
Qualifications
Valid Certification: Active external license/certification to operate a counterbalance propane forklift.
Proven Experience: Hands-on background operating counterbalance forklifts or material handling equipment in a manufacturing, automotive, or logistics environment.
Shift Flexibility: Full availability to rotate every two weeks across Days (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM), Afternoons (4:00 PM – 12:30 AM), and Nights (12:00 AM – 8:30 AM).
Physical Readiness: Ability to safely mount and dismount equipment repeatedly and lift up to 50 lbs when needed.
Safety Gear: CSA-approved Grade 1 safety boots (steel or composite toe) and commitment to following all site PPE rules.
Reliable Commute: Dependable transportation to arrive on time in Guelph across all three shift rotations.
Work Eligibility: Legal authorization to work in Canada.
Summary
Ways to apply:
- Apply directly to this ad
- Visit www.randstad.ca to search by job title and apply online
- send your resume on ekjot.mehmy@randstad.ca with subject line "Forklift operator - Guelph"
Disclaimer - This is a general posting for future talent needs at Randstad. By applying, you agree to be added to our talent pool and may be contacted for a general screening as new positions arise. Even if the timing isn't right today, applying now puts you at the top of our list for future openings!
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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