Forklift Operator

**Job description**

**Job Summary Statement**:
The role is responsible for receiving, picking and shipping orders as well as recording the movement of supplies, materials, equipment and stock to and from our warehouse facilities.

This position will work 4 days per week on 10 hour shifts.

Shift options available:
**Afternoon Shift : 2pm to 12am (Sunday to Wednesday OR Wednesday to Saturday)**

**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 and maintains internal manual or computerized record-keeping systems..
- Oversees the un/loading of goods from trucks by auditing the condition of each shipment prior to loading; inspects and verifies incoming goods against invoices or other documents, records shortages and rejects damaged goods.
- Ensures trucks are loaded properly and safely and that all shipments leave on time with the 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.
- Communicates to management when incoming loads arrive without proper documentation/paperwork and ensures that all required paperwork is signed.
- Assists in regular inventory audits as well as spot checks, as required.
- Keeps work area clean and safe. Creates additional space by effectively storing materials.
- Follows the guidelines and rules as set out by the Employee’s Handbook and company policies.
- Complies with the designated HACCP responsibilities related to effective environmental management.
- Performs backup and other duties as requested by supervisor or management.

**Job Specifications—Skills and Competencies**:

- Valid lift truck driver license in crown center-rider and dock-stockers is preferred.
- Grade 12 High school education or equivalent.
- Minimum 1 - 2 years related warehouse material handling experience. _**Previous experience handling produce and/or meat products a definite asset.**_
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to speak, read and write English.
- Computer skills include use of MRP system (ASN, Scan, Shipment/receipt entry)
- Good 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
- **Fully capable of working in varying temperatures. Temperatures may range anywhere from 2°C to 15°C in most Brimich Warehouses. Brimich Cold Storage buildings may range from 0°C to -30 °C.**:

- **Please note Brimich Warehouses store nut allergens**
- 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. _

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

Pay: $22.25 per hour

**Benefits**:

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

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Etobicoke, ON M9W 4X3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Forklift Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person