Forklift Operator

About Ya YA Foods: Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations in innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to… * Build a career, not just have a job * Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals * Become part of a teamwork focused culture * Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path Reports to: Warehouse Manager Responsibilities * Safe and efficient movement of product and materials (Including loading and unloading trucks) when storing raw materials, loading skids of preformed bottles into the Depalletizer/Palletizer, and unloading of empty skids from storage bins. * Ensure that refrigerated raw materials are immediately delivered to the Cooler. * Ensure that the correct date coded skids are loaded onto trailers. * Complete "circle checks" on equipment and report all defects to equipment. * Complete required paperwork and project time-tracking documentation. * Maintain warehouse order to ensure pallet locations are kept available for incoming items. * Performs daily safety checklist and standard battery charging procedure. * Assist in cycle counting and periodic inventories. * Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP. * Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc. * Other duties as assigned. Profile * Highschool diploma or equivalent is required * 2+ experience operating a forklift is preferred * Prior experience in plant, warehouse, or manufacturing environment is preferred * Foundational math literacy is required * Good verbal and written communication and collaboration skills * NB: Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit Why Join Us We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30 years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers. Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process. *this posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization* Monday - Friday, Day Shifts 40 hours weekly

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of products and materials, including loading and unloading trucks. They must also maintain warehouse order, perform equipment safety checks, and assist with inventory management.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position. Candidates with at least two years of forklift operating experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment are preferred.

• CollaborationPreferred
• Warehouse operationsPreferred
• Safety CompliancePreferred
• Forklift operationPreferred
• Material HandlingPreferred
• DocumentationPreferred
• Communication SkillsPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

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• Forklift operation
• Warehouse operations
• Material handling
• Safety compliance
• Inventory management
• Cycle counting
• Equipment maintenance
• Math literacy
• Communication skills
• Collaboration
• Loading and unloading
• Documentation
• Good Manufacturing Practices
• Cycle Counting
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Forklift Truck
• Warehousing
• Innovation
• Mathematics
• Palletizing
• Loading And Unloading
• Writing
• Environment Health And Safety
• Teamwork

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

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week