Forklift Operator Jobs in Ontario
A Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the logistics industry, ensuring the efficient management of goods in warehouses and distribution centers. Their primary responsibilities include loading and unloading cargo, moving goods stored on pallets or in crates around the storage facility, stacking goods in the correct storage bays, and following inventory control instructions. They also check loads for accuracy and damages, ensuring that the correct products are delivered to the right location. To ensure safety, forklift operators are required to perform regular machine checks and adhere to safety regulations.
Important skills for a Forklift Operator include good hand-eye coordination, physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to adhere to safety guidelines. As the work involves lifting heavy goods and operating machinery, forklift operators must be comfortable with physical work and have a high level of mechanical aptitude. They should also have a good understanding of warehouse processes and inventory control. Certifications in forklift operation are critical, with OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) forklift certification being a common requirement. Prior to becoming a Forklift Operator, a person may have roles such as a Warehouse Associate, Delivery Driver, or Material Handler.
Drive material handling equipment as required by job duty....
Material Handling: Safely unload, move, and store materials, including steel, using appropriate equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks....
Performs cargo build-up and/or breakdowns, freight to and/or from skid, pallets or ULDs....
Warehouse Associate - Receiver(Dock Stocker exp. required)
- Milton, ON
- 2 days ago
- Milton, ON
- 2 days ago
We Deliver the Goods : Competitive pay and benefits, including Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, RRSP, Paid Direct Drug Card, & Scholarship Opportunities for children of...
We Deliver the Goods : Growth opportunities performing essential work to support North Americas food distribution system Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards,...
You will be picking, packing, shipping, and receiving merchandise so you will need to be able to perform strenuous physical activity throughout your shift....
One of our well-established clients on the Ajax/Pickering border is looking for an experienced Order Picker/Forklift Operator....
Palletizes cases, wraps, and loads skids onto trailers. Creates shipping labels and other paperwork for parcels to maintain accurate shipping data in warehouse management system....
Considerable skill in efficiently lifting, stacking and building quality pallets. Skill in operating warehouse equipment: i.e.; motorized Pallet Jack, Hi-lift, etc.....
We believe that difference sparks brilliance, so we welcome people and ideas from everywhere to join us in stretching whats possible. At Tapestry, being true to yourself is core to who we are....
Responsibilities Safely and efficiently fabricate materials on an as needed basis. Pull accessory parts to fulfill orders for technicians and customers. Maintain a safe, clean and productive work...
Operate material handling equipment in a safe and controlled manner within a warehouse that stocks hazardous products....
Columbia Forest Products, KITCHENER, has an opening for a full-time PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER - FORKLIFT OPERATOR....
Responsibilities Schedule: Ideal Candidates are flexible to work different shifts 1PM-9:30PM Preparing clients’ orders using an automated Voice Pick system Building stable, secure, and accurate pallets...
Forklift Operator Weir ESCO(CIS) Lively, ON - Onsite Purpose of Role: The forklift operator, reporting to the Fabrication Supervisor, is primarily responsible for overseeing the yard....
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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.
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Forklift Operators in Ontario offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Forklift Operator position
- Picking & Packing
- Pallet Jack
- Palletizing
- LTL
- Material Handling
- Stacking
- Freight Management
- Pulling Orders
- Staging
- Warehouse Management
- Shrink Wrapping
- Warehousing
- Shipping
- Order Fulfillment
- Cycle Counting
- RF Scanner
- Raw Materials
- Warehouse Management System
- Packing
- Inbound
- Labeling
- Sorting
- Loading & Unloading
- Order Processing
- Supply Chain
- Forklift Operator
- Forklift
- Shipping and Receiving
- Merchandising
- Inventory Control
- Housekeeping
- Reimbursement
- Stand Up Reach Forklift
- Scanning
- Distribution
- Packaging
- Logistics
- Math
- Military Background
- High School Diploma
- Driving
- Flexibility
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- English
- Regulations
- Sales
- Policy Development
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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