Forklift Operator

Do you want to be part of something from the ground up? Work in a brand-new facility, with brand new equipment? We've just opened and we're looking to add to our forklift teams If you're a skilled, dedicated and safety conscious Forklift operator then we're looking for you to join our team Jump on-board and you'll be one of the first to set the pace, build our culture and shape the future of NewCold in Canada

**Why NewCold?**

**-**Work in a brand-new facility - the first of it's kind in Canada
- Work with cutting-edge technology in a rapidly growing, global company
- Competitive salaries
- Paid sick days
- Shift differentials
- Vacation in your first year
- 100% Company paid medical/dental/vision benefits
- Company provided PPE, including safety boots
- Employee appreciation events

**Location: Coaldale, AB**

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**Shifts: Evening, Weekend, Nights**

**Reports To: Dispatch Supervisor**

**Position Overview**

This role is crucial for maintaining an efficient supply chain and ensuring accurate product handling and delivery. Forklift operators will operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, and move products within the facility. They must handle goods efficiently and accurately while following safety protocols and company procedures. Dependability, safety focus, and physical stamina are required in this fast-paced environment.

**Duties/Responsibilities**:

- Ensure the work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately.
- Strive to maintain exemplary levels of customer service.
- Inform both internal and external teams of any deviations from established processes, quality concerns, and service issues or potential risks in these areas.
- Complete forklift/equipment inspection checklist prior to operation.
- Operate forklifts equipped with forks, push-pull (Slip), or clampers to move customer products.
- Use the assigned forklift to load and unload customer products in a timely manner, maintaining dock flow throughout the shift.
- Utilize Warehouse Management Software (WMS) loading/unloading software to accurately record completed work.
- Sort, stack, wrap, and label products properly according to customer standards.
- Replace or charge forklift batteries as needed.
- Document additional value-added work clearly for precise invoicing.
- Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and promptly.
- Work collaboratively within a team, follow directions, and adopt approved work methods.
- Perform all tasks in compliance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain regular, reliable attendance and a high level of performance.
- Ensure all procedures are followed to ensure quality and food safety.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Additional Duties**
- Assist in other warehouse activities as required
- Maintain a clean and tidy work environment
- Ability to cross-train and provide coverage for team members planned time off.
- Ability to work multiple shifts as required
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Required Skills/Abilities**:

- Ensure continuous focus and situational awareness during all operations.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Reliable and dependable.
- Thrive in fast-paced, high-stress settings.

**Education and Experience**:

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Forklift experience preferred but not required.
- Must be able to successfully complete forklift operator training
- Must demonstrate safe handling of a forklift during an on-site test.

**Physical Demands**:

- Must be in good physical condition, must be able to stand up to 4 consecutive hours/day, and sit up to 8 consecutive hours per day.
- Must be able to lift/push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs repetitively, including overhead to floor, and floor to overhead lifting.
- Frequent bending/twisting
- Occasional climbing (stairs)
- Must be able to work effectively in -20 Celsius freezer environment consistently for full shift.

**Safety Requirements**:

- This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

Afternoons; 2:00pm - 10:30pm
Nights; 10:00pm - 6:30am