Forklift Operator I

Job summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of material handling equipment to move, stack, and store merchandise within the warehouse. They also perform order picking, inventory counts, and documentation to ensure accuracy and security of products.

Job details

Overview The Seasonal Forklift Operator I is responsible for operating material handling equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise within the warehouse. The Operator ensures the safe and efficient use of forklifts and may also perform order filler or order checker duties as needed, while maintaining productivity, accuracy, and adherence to safety procedures. Shifts needed: Mon-Fri 2:00pm-10:30pm & Mon-Fri 10:00pm-6:30am Shift Premium: $1.25/hr Though the position is initially Seasonal, potential exists for Full-Time positions. Responsibilities Operates all material handling equipment safely and efficiently, following established work practices and safety procedures Possesses basic understanding of equipment safety and adheres to all safety protocols Completes and documents required pre-operation inspection forms for equipment Stacks and stores merchandise in designated areas using forklift, clamp, or push-pull equipment Unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to storage locations Pulls and prepares products for shipment in accordance with customer and operational requirements Verifies that the correct quantity and product type are loaded and shipped Performs order picking in an accurate, timely, and customer-service-focused manner Moves product from staging or storage areas into trailers for outbound loads Maintains required documentation and reports to support inventory accuracy and product security Assists with physical inventory counts and periodic cycle counts as directed Ensures inventory is rotated in accordance with company standards Identifies and reports inventory discrepancies to the inventory control team and participates in resolution Uses RF scanning devices to support accurate inventory management Reports safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to management promptly Demonstrates basic Excel skills and general computer proficiency to complete required tasks Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by the role and determined by management Qualifications High School Diploma or GED preferred Preferred 6 months of forklift operation experience and/or experience using warehouse distribution equipment Must qualify and pass NFI forklift certification Strong attention to detail and accuracy Effective customer service skills and basic math competencies Canada Equal Opportunity/Disability Statement NFI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process. In compliance with Ontario and British Columbia’s pay transparency laws, and in an effort to promote transparency and equal pay for equal work, NFI provides salary/wage range and other information in job postings across all Canadian provinces and territories. Profit Center PC-6101

What you’ll do

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of material handling equipment to move, stack, and store merchandise within the warehouse. They also perform order picking, inventory counts, and documentation to ensure accuracy and security of products.

Requirements

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and ideally 6 months of forklift operation experience. Applicants must be able to pass NFI forklift certification and demonstrate basic math and computer skills.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Material Handling · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Forklift operation
• Material handling
• Warehouse distribution
• Inventory management
• RF scanning
• Safety protocols
• Order picking
• Equipment inspection
• Math competencies
• Attention to detail
• Customer service
• Computer proficiency
• Excel
• Material Handling Equipment
• Inventory Staging
• Product Security
• Forklift Certification
• Safety Procedures
• Management
• Customer Service
• Cycle Counting
• Forklift Truck
• General Mathematics
• Warehousing
• Inventory Control
• Inventory Management
• Merchandising
• Order Picking
• Physical Inventory
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Forklift Operator
• Forklift / Pallet Jack Operator
• Lifting Truck Operators
• Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators