Forklift Operator

_Brimich is a family owner Third-party Logistics & Warehousing company. We continue to grow and are looking for motivated and **experioenced** **Forklift Operators **to join our winning team. _

**What we Offer**:

- **Competitive compensation**:

- Paid vacation time
- Employer-paid benefits
- Straight shifts - better work/life balance
- Opportunity to make an meaningful impact within your work
- A supportive work environment that values family and professional growth

**Afternoon Shift: 3-11pm / **$21.00/hour plus $.50/hour shift premium**

**Benefits after 3 months**:

- Great medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Tuition Reimbursement

**Job Summary Statement**:
The role is responsible for the timely and accurate receipt, unloading, storing, order picking, loading and shipment of all products within the warehouse according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

**Essential Functions & Responsibilities**:

- Ensures that all safety regulations with regards to the safe operation of a lift truck (including pre-shift inspection) and safe handling of materials are adhered to.
- Stages and prepares shipments in accordance with the shipping schedule and daily shipping instructions.
- Accurately labels and scans shipments with RF scanner
- Audits the condition of each shipment prior to loading. Ensures trucks are loaded properly, safely and on-time with necessary documentation.
- Sends ASNs (advance shipping notice) to customer with customers which this procedure applies to.
- Keeps shipping packaging and stock areas organized and neat and manages stock rotation (first in first out)
- Receives incoming packaging materials returned from customers and stores it in a neat and orderly fashion. Records receipt.
- Assists in regular inventory audits as well as spot checks, as required.
- Complies with the designated HACCP responsibilities related to effective environmental management in accordance with Brimich HACCP Program.
- Communicates to management when incoming loads arrive without proper documentation/paperwork
- Ensures that all required paperwork is signed
- Reports to management any damages to the facility or damage to customer or Brimich property.
- Performs all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all Health, Safety and Environmental rules and regulations.
- Always wears prescribed Personal Protective Equipment
- Keeps work area clean and safe. Creates additional space by effectively storing materials.
- Treats everyone with dignity, trust and respect.
- Performs other duties as requested by supervisor or management.

**Job Specifications—Skills and Competencies**:

- Valid lift truck license in **sit-down order picker and swing reach experience an asset**:

- Minimum 1 - 2 years previous warehouse experience preferred
- Computer skills include use of MRP system (ASN, Scan, Shipment/receipt entry)
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills (able to speak, read & write English) and basic math
- Strong attendance record
- Assigns the highest priority to customer satisfaction while meeting commitments to achieve business objectives
- Creates a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge
- Responsible for promoting and seeking excellence in all aspects of business
- Capable of regular safe lifting up to 60lbs

**_Brimich is committed to diversity and inclusivity in our employment practices. We promote the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity with persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. _**

**_For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at
519-752-5783 Ext 296
_**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $21.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:
enhanced sanitation

Application question(s):

- Do you have a reliable means of transportation to work in Brantford?
- What shift(s) are you available to work Afternoons (3-11pm)?

**Experience**:

- Forklift: 3 years (preferred)
- warehouse: 3 years (preferred)