Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator - Cambridge

Are you a motivated individual ready to take your career to the next level? Wellington Group of Companies offers an exceptional opportunity to fast-track your professional growth with room for advancement across a variety of roles.

At Wellington, we pride ourselves on fostering an industry-leading company culture, resulting in outstanding retention among both our team members and professional drivers. If you’re seeking an energetic, competitive, and hardworking environment where passion for success is shared, Wellington Group of Companies is the place for you.

About the Role:
Please note that we are a Peanut and Tree Nut Free Facility
- Operating a Counterbalance electric forklift
- Operating a pallet jack (as required)
- Physically sorting/handling and building palletized products
- Assist in picking and packing orders, including shrink wrapping and labeling products as needed
- Loading and Unloading Commercial Trailers (palletized and oversized items)
- Load and unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, or lifting device
- Ensure proper stacking and secure products for transport
- Regularly using various hand tools to load & offload oversized product
- Organizing/Sorting and inventory of items in Warehouse
- Stacking palletized product up to 30ft high
- Conduct routine pre and post inspections of equipment
- Maintain safe and hazard free work area
- Verify and complete documentation as required
- Report directly to Warehouse Manager daily
- Assist with counting/maintaining inventory
- Keep track of inventory and ensure inventory accuracy by documenting quantity and condition of materials
- Communicate with supervisors, warehouse staff, and other team members regarding issues or concerns related to operations
- Perform other duties as required

**Requirements**:

- Valid Ontario-wide forklift license (required)
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in a fast-paced warehouse or dock environment
- Reliable, Dependable and Professional attitude
- Prior experience loading/unloading commercial trailers
- Ability to work with tools - Loading and Unloading Oversized equipment
- Prior experience with WMS Systems preferred (not required)
- Prior experience with RF Scanner (an asset but not required)
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently with little to no supervision
- Ability to count and perform basic math without use of calculator (inventory counts)
- Must be physically able to sort product (palletized and non palletized)
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
- Strong accuracy and organizational skills (when completing documentation/paperwork)
- Strong communication of English Language (read/write/verbal)
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong focus on safety in a fast-paced environment
- Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations and safety standards
- Follow the principles of GMP relevant to your job responsibilities
- Follow the applicable Quality Management System (QMS) policies and procedures relevant to your job responsibilities
- Follow the applicable BRCG rules and requirements that relate to food grade and HACCP protocol
- Must have reliable transportation to work

What we provide:

- Monday to Friday - Full time positions available
- Day Shift = 0630-1500hrs (2 vacancies)
- Afternoon Shift= 1530-2359hrs (4 vacancies)
- Wage $24.00/hr (increases to $25.00/hr after 1 year of employment)
- Opportunity for overtime after 44hr - Paid at $36/hr
- Bi-weekly pay/Direct Deposit
- Bi-annual Performance Reviews
- Benefits (after 90 days of employment/Company pays 50% of monthly premium)
- Excellent company culture with group events and a positive atmosphere.

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 44 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Cambridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Have you ever worked in a Food Grade or Pharmaceutical Grade Warehouse?

**Experience**:

- Counterbalance Forklift: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Forklift License (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-03-10