Forklift Operator - Afternoon Shift

Surrey, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 25, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment to support order picking, replenishment, receiving, shipping, scanning, and cycle counting. Follow safety procedures and standard operating procedures while keeping work and storage areas clean and orderly.

Job details

A Day in the Life As a Narrow Aisle Forklift/Equipment Operator, you will play an important part of the team by assisting in order picking, let downs, replenishment and supporting all departments in meeting their goals. You'll be working with products from awesome clients that are heavily involved in the active lifestyle. What does success look like in this role? Success in this role can be defined by being reliable, accurate and efficient. A quick learner, who is able to balance quality, pace and efficiency with safety being the cornerstone. Being cognizant of the impact of your role on others and removing obstacles for the next person in line. Treat others with kindness and respect and show up each day ready to give it your all. Shift: Sunday - Thursday 3:30PM-12:00AM All About You What You'll Bring to the Role: * Ability to learn our basic warehouse management scanning system (WMS) * Strong attention to detail and time management skills * Has the ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities. * Trustworthy and moral character The Must Haves: * 3+ months of forklift experience on an order/cherry picker is preferable but not a must * Must have physical ability to carry out essential job functions, including but not limited to, the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., walking and standing for extended periods, climbing ladders/stairs, and tolerating conditions such as dust, dirt, noise, odors, heat, cold, etc. Things You Will be Doing * Operating specific motorized warehouse machinery like forklifts, order/cherry picker, reach truck, electric pallet-jacks. * Receiving, replenishments, shipping, scanning, and cycle counting along with other general warehouse duties * Following NRI safety rules, safety procedures, security protocol and standard operating procedures (SOP). * Keeps work and storage areas in a safe, clean, and tidy condition at all times Perks * Staff purchase program -- wear the brands you love! * Staff benefits plan -- chose the benefits that are right for you! * Flexible and fun work environment -- work hard and play hard! * Internal opportunities -- we believe in growing our own! NRI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you are selected for an interview there are accommodations upon request. We consult with applicants and provide suitable accommodations. If someone would like an accommodation they can reach out to our team in the following ways:people.experience@nri-distribution.com [people.experience@nri-distribution.com] [people.experience@nri-distribution.com]or 604-336-8144.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Forklift experience using an order picker or cherry picker is preferred, but not required; the role also requires the ability to learn a warehouse management scanning system. Candidates must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, climb ladders or stairs, and work in varied warehouse conditions.