Forklift Operator

RM Precast
About Us
RMC Group of Companies is family owned and has been supplying concrete and related services since 1994. RMC Group of Companies is locally owned and operated and is one of Western Canada’s largest independent concrete providers. Since 1994, RMC Group of Companies has expanded the business to more than ten operating entities to provide a one stop shop for all our customer’s concrete needs. With such rapid expansion, there is ample opportunity for growth and development for employees. Come be a part of our growing team
RM Precast Offers
- Competitive wages and time off policies
- Full scope benefits package (health, dental, life, disability, RRSP, etc.)
- RRSP contributions
- PPE allowance
- Employee assistance programs
- Employee perks and discounts
- Employee referral bonus
- Opportunities for training and professional development

Position Overview
The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely loading, unloading, and transporting materials within our precast facility. Key duties include performing equipment inspections and maintenance, assisting with inventory management, and maintaining a clean work area. The operator will also be able to communicate effectively with team members and participate in safety initiatives to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.

**Responsibilities**:

- Operate forklift to load, unload, and transport materials and products around the precast concrete manufacturing facility.
- Safely handle, transport, and place materials in designated storage areas.
- Perform pre and post inspections and maintenance on forklift equipment to ensure proper functioning at the start and end of shifts.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
- Assist in other areas of the production process as needed, such as preparing materials, assisting with inventory management, and other general labour.
- Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintain a clean work area to ensure safe operation of equipment.
- Loads goods onto conveyer belts for movement around the plant.
- Stack crates, pallets, lumber, or other material following safe storage operating procedures.
- Ensure all loads are centered and properly stacked to avoid.
- Determines when repairs need to be made on equipment.
- Participate in all safety initiatives including, but not limited to wearing PPE, safety meetings, incident reporting, safe work practices/procedures, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**:

- Valid class 5 drivers license and clean drivers abstract.
- Previous experience working in a warehouse, production facility, or manufacturing plant.
- Prior experience as a forklift operator, specific experience operating a diesel forklift in a yard environment is preferred.
- Forklift or heavy machinery certification.

Physical Demands
The position is physical in nature and requires bending, crawling, crouching, and standing for long periods of time. Materials are heavy and cumbersome. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
Hours of Work
- This position operates on a rotating shift of 5:00AM-1:30PM or 9:00AM-5:30PM
- Overtime may be required to support operations from time to time, especially during the busy construction season.

Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process.
RMC Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates without discriminating based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, mental or physical disability or pardoned criminal conviction.