Forklift Operator

Crown Reach & Electric Counterbalance Forklift Operator Location: Milton, ON
Industry: Food Manufacturing – Premium Baked Goods
Pay Rate: $26.50/hour
Shift: 1:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Schedule: Monday to Friday, with flexibility for overtime and occasional weekends
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing, based on client business needs
About the Opportunity Fuze HR Solutions is currently hiring an experienced Crown Reach & Electric Counterbalance Forklift Operator for a well-established food manufacturing facility in Milton, Ontario.
This position is based within a busy Shipping & Receiving operation and is ideal for an experienced forklift operator who is comfortable working in a fast-paced food manufacturing and warehouse environment.
The successful candidate must have valid forklift certification and a minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience operating both Crown Reach and Electric Counterbalance forklifts.
Key Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate Crown Reach and Electric Counterbalance forklifts
• Move finished and packaged products from production to designated storage locations
• Load and unload trailers safely and accurately
• Stage ingredients and packaging materials to support production requirements
• Inspect pallets for damage and ensure products are properly labelled
• Accurately document inventory movements using a Warehouse Management System (WMS)
• Follow all applicable MOL, GMP, HACCP and CTPAT procedures and standards
• Assist production staff when required
• Occasionally operate other production equipment, including an apple peeler; training will be provided
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
• Follow all company food safety, health and safety, and warehouse procedures

Working Environment This position involves working in both cooler (+5°ree;C) and freezer (-20°ree;C) environments.
Operators will move in and out of temperature-controlled areas throughout the shift and will not be stationed inside the freezer for extended periods. Freezer gear, including a freezer jacket, gloves and sweater, will be provided.
Requirements

• Valid forklift certification for Crown Reach and Electric Counterbalance
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience operating both types of equipment
• Previous Shipping & Receiving and warehouse experience strongly preferred
• Experience working with a WMS is an asset
• Comfortable working in cooler and freezer environments
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs when required
• Must have steel-toe safety shoes
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment
• Must be flexible to work overtime and occasional weekends based on operational requirements
• Ability to successfully complete a background check as part of the onboarding process
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, accuracy and reliability

Apply Today Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to email their resume to the Fuze HR Solutions – Ontario Industrial Team at: [email protected]
Please include “Forklift Operator – Milton” in the subject line.
Please note: Only candidates whose experience and qualifications meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.