Forklift Operator-Yard Worker

Founded by the Morin brothers in 1986, Morin Supply has since grown into a major distributor of specialty construction products and materials across the National Capital Region. Homeowners, contractors, engineers, and architects rely on us to source the products they need from the industry's most respected manufacturers. We've always invested in our people, whose product knowledge, long-standing relationships, technical expertise, and commitment to collaboration has made the Morin name synonymous with trust and reliability.

We are now looking to expand our team! Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, reliable, hard-working and a team player.

JOB DETAILS:

Pay rate: $23.00/hr to start

Hours : bi-weekly rotational shifts

5am start, 7am start, 11am start (with evening shift premium)

Shift: Monday to Friday

Location: Nepean

Immediate Supervisor : Yard Foreman & Operations Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides shipping and receiving assistance to customers on orders and returns.
Assists other Yard/Forklift operators with manually picking items such as: Drywall, mud, tape, steel, etc.
Operates propane counterbalance forklift to load and unload trucks as directed by supervisor.
Assists truck drivers in loading merchandise and materials ensuring it is safely and properly handled to prevent damage.
Assists truck drivers in unloading of and returning of credit items. Ensures these items are returned to proper storage location and saleable condition.
Unloads incoming freight and checks count against purchase order to see if it is correct.
Completes necessary reports, i.e. checks orders filled, checks material received and forklift inspections sheets.
Keeps yard, warehouse, and work area clean and litter free.
Performs duties in a safe manner observing safe procedures while constantly alert to any unsafe working conditions.
Loads and safely handles customer orders.
Maintains knowledge of proper identification of inventory items.
Locates and pulls correct items by type, style, and quantity as directed by supervisor to fill order completely, quickly and with accuracy.
Assists supervisor, other employees and other work areas as needed.
One (1) mandatory Saturday every year for inventory (Last weekend of July before Civic Holiday weekend).
Snow removal and salting as required in the winter
Additional duties as required and requested

REQUIREMENTS:
6 months to 1 year of verifiable forklift experience
CSA Approved Steel-toed boots (8" high)
Valid Forklift Certification is considered an asset
Valid Working at Heights Certification is considered an asset
Excellent customer service, and interpersonal skills
Ability to do basic math, read instructions and complete forms.
Communicate with customers, other employees and supervisors using verbal & written skills.
Knowledge and ability to use safe lifting techniques.
Use Personal Protective Equipment as prescribed in designated areas
Strength (lift, carry, push and pull): Maximum lift, 100 lbs.; Frequently lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, with manual dexterity and see (acuity, depth perception, field of vision, accommodation).
Reach overhead to grasp materials.

ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work outside in temperatures ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold.
Work with mechanical equipment on daily basis.

This is an ongoing recruitment effort, based on seasonal needs. Position may not be open at time of application

APPLY TODAY!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 44 per week

Benefits:
Casual dress
Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
On-site parking
RRSP match
Store discount
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
Overtime pay

Experience:
Forklift: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
Forklift Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person