Forklift Operator

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Location: Scoudouc, NB

Job Type: Full-time/Temp to Hire Opportunity

Shift: Mondays to Sunday (rotational weekends) 7:00 am - 3:30 pm / 3:30 pm - 1:00 am

Wage: $22.00/hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate powered industrial forklifts (e.g., counterbalance, reach trucks, stand-up) to load, unload, move, and stage pallets of raw materials, packaging, and finished products.
• Use RF scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to track and record inventory movements accurately.
• Ensure proper rotation of stock protocols to maintain product freshness and quality.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, including staging zones, aisles, and dock spaces.
• Support food safety compliance by adhering to regulatory standards while wearing PPE if required (hairnets, safety shoes, gloves).
• Communicate promptly with supervisors and quality assurance for any product defects or process irregularities.
• Assist with general warehouse tasks and cross-train in other production or inventory functions as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Forklift operator certification - must have counterbalance and stand-up experience.
• CSA-approved boots required.
• Familiarity with RF scanning and WMS systems for inventory control.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to work with minimal supervision, and willingness to follow SOPs and food safety practices.
• Comfortable working in variable temperature areas - including cold/freezer zones - and able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Flexible availability for varying shifts including early mornings, weekends, or overtime as production requires.