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Forklift Operator Job Description: Top Duties and Requirements

A Forklift Operator, or Material Handler, is an individual who moves stock around a warehouse using a forklift or other types of loading devices. Their main duties include operating forklifts, winches , and other devices, loading and unloading equipment, and storing or relocating materials within the warehouse or factory.

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Forklift Operator duties and responsibilities

A Forklift Operator has many duties and responsibilities that are essential to maximizing the factory or warehouse workflow. Here are some of the common duties and responsibilities that a Forklift Operator should be able to perform:

  • Load, unload, pack, and unpack materials.
  • Label and sort incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Relocate items within the warehouse or factory.
  • Operate a forklift, winch, or other machinery used for transporting or shipping materials.
  • Track inventory of incoming and outgoing items.
  • Carefully handle and dispose of hazardous waste materials whenever necessary.
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Forklift Operator Job Description Examples:

Example 1

Certified Forklift Operator

Wage: $20-22/hr

Location: South & West Edmonton Warehouses

Permanent Full Time - DAY AND Afternoon Shifts Available

Role Responsibilities:

This position will be primarily operating a forklift at a busy cross dock/ freight center - Position will involve operating sit-down forklift, labeling, organizing pallets, loading/unloading trucks, and recording items into inventory tracking. Forklift Certification is required

JOB Functions

  • Provide consistent and detailed order picking / Loading / staging
  • Process orders based on order timelines and instructions
  • Prepare and stage orders according to schedules
  • Identify and source materials from appropriate locations, utilize appropriate equipment to process for orders.
  • Unloading trucks by forklift
  • Provide proper maintenance of equipment and keep work area clean and safe for customers and other employees.
  • Receive, identify and stock incoming materials as per Receiving Procedures.
  • Perform other duties as directed by General Manager/ Operations Manager/ Sr. Customer Service Rep.

    Position to start immediately

    Contact: Trent - Director of Recruitment

    Phone: 855 944 6869 ext 701

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
    Contract length: 3-6 months

    Salary: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

    Schedule:
  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Overtime pay



    Experience:
  • Industrial Warehouse: 1 year (preferred)

    Licence/Certification:
  • Forklift Licence Location: In person

    • Example 2

    Rosenau Transport Ltd is currently seeking full time Dock worker/forklift operators for our Regina Warehouse

    Must be willing to work flexible shifts

    We offer:

  • Well maintained modern fleet, and facilities !
  • Boot Allowance !
  • Paid orientation & Training; paid time off!
  • Safety Incentive - PAID ON EVERY Cheque!
  • Year round consistent work!
  • Lots of opportunities for career advancement!

    This is a safety sensitive position requiring mandatory pre-employment testing for under company Drug & Alcohol Policy.

    The duties for this position include but are not limited to the following:

  • Loading/Unloading of trailers using forklift
  • Picking orders with attention to detail using RF Scanner
  • Receiving and put away stock of all varieties; (totes, pallets, boxes)
  • Inspect shipments for proper quantity and damaged products.
  • Sign off manifests, ensuring any irregularities are noted.
  • Operate forklifts and pallet jacks with safety.
  • Keep the dock and warehouse surroundings clean and tidy. Keep a positive attitude for customers and peers on the dock.
  • Observe all company rules, policies and procedures with regards to quality control, Occupational Health and Safety, etc.
  • Perform general warehouse labour and other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
  • Required Skills:
  • Must have 2 years Warehouse/Order Picker Experience
  • Must have 2 years Forklift Experience
  • Shipping & Receiving Experience
  • Experience with loading & unloading trailers
  • Experience utilizing RF scanners & procedures
  • Forklift maintenance experience an asset

    Application Details:

    *Only candidates with 2+ years warehouse/forklift operator experience will be considered for this role.

    ***Preference for local candidates only, as there is no relocation assistance provided for this role. This role does not qualify for an LMO under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program

    All Employees are required to comply with all company and regulatory safety requirements. Each employee is responsible for their personal safety.

    #Roselp

    Job Type: Part-time
    Part-time hours: 8-20 per week

    Salary: $20.00 per hour

    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • French not required
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Overtime pay



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Regina, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

    Experience:
  • forklift operator: 2 years (required)
  • Order picking: 2 years (preferred)
  • Warehouse: 1 year (preferred)

    Licence/Certification:
  • Class 5 Licence Location: In person

    • Example 3

    Come and join our flock! We are a fourth-generation family run business and our mission is to provide Canadian families with a trusted, local source of healthy, high-quality poultry products. Farm-to-plate is our thing! as Western Canada�s local premier poultry farm, we hatch, feed, grow and process organic, specialty and value-added poultry products following the highest quality standards and animal welfare practices. Join our family!

    Wage:$17.80



    What we offer

  • Afternoon premiums on shifts after 10am
  • Competitive wages
  • Paid Vacations
  • Eyeglasses
  • Great deals on fresh organic poultry for you and your family or friends
  • Full extended physical and mental benefits
  • Company offered pension plan.

    The Role:

    The cut and pack room has multiple positions which prepares poultry for our end customers. Each position is on a dedicated line which has various functions.

  • Packaging of poultry products
  • Driving Forklift
  • Maintain production line speed while working.
  • Assist with various tasks as assigned.
  • Work as part of a team environment.

    Requirements:

  • Ability to work in a refrigerated environment.
  • Must be able to stand 85% of the workday at a moving conveyor line.
  • Physically fit and able to lift, push, and/or pull, weight of up to 30 lbs. (27kg).
  • Basic English is considered an asset.

    #PS

    #bearossdownpro #joinourflock #leadership #localfarmer #farmfreshpoultry #thomasreid #rossdownfarms #raisedwithoutantibiotics #halaleatsvancouver #organicchicken #buylocal

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: From $17.80 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Evening shift
    Supplemental pay pay

    Work Location: In person

    • Example 4

    *Hiring Immediately

    About Think Big Services

    We recruit talents for some world-class clients across the globe & industries for IT, Supply chain & more portfolios. We currently have various exciting roles open, especially in the USA & Canada for professionals who are looking to grow with us

    About this role:

    We are looking for a Warehouse Associate to join a multi-national company that is a premier provider of home of?ce and business products and solutions.

    Responsibilities:

  • Unloading containers (Hand unload, sort, palletize, wrap) and other warehouse duties as assigned
  • Pick orders with RF handheld scanner (may pack orders at times)
  • Wrap pallets and Clean up
  • Handle lifting and stacking boxes of 10lbs- 45lbs on their own
  • Ability to work both independently and within a team
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • Understand and follow all safety requirements
  • Understand the importance of inventory management

    Qualifications:

  • Must be available to work from Monday-Friday from 3 pm-11 pm
  • Have at least 6 months of warehouse experience (asset)
  • Must be eligible to work in Canada
  • Must have reliable transportation to get to work daily.
  • Forklift Experience/Certificate as an asset

    Perks and Benefits:

  • $1000 Signing Bonus!
  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • RRSP program � we match up to 4% base salary per year after your first year of enrollment.
  • Wellness subsidy for gym memberships and athletic activities.
  • Employee discounts on products
  • Free coffee & parking with bus stops nearby
  • Recognition Awards Program: receive points where you can choose gifts from a catalog.

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $21.00-$27.00 per hour

    Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Richmond, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work and forklift: 1 year (preferred)

    • Example 5

    Park Derochie (Sask) is looking for an experienced Forklift/Zoom Boom Operator to join our team. A position with Park Derochie represents a significant opportunity to establish a solid career with a large, well established, and growing company. If you enjoy working as part of a dynamic team and are seeking opportunities for professional advancement, we invite you to join our team.

    Specializing in all types of coatings & blasting, fireproofing, mechanical insulation, scaffolding and containment with sixty years of experience, we provide shop and/or field services to both industrial and large commercial customers throughout North America and continues to lead the way as one of Canada's premier industrial contractors.

    Purpose

    This position will work closely with coating operations before, during and after abrasive blasting and coating application of various fabricated steel material associated with customer�s needs.
    Position Overview
    Maintaining, operating, and knowledge of various types of handling equipment. Assist craftworkers with general duties of coating operations.

    Duties & Responsibilities
  • Operating ZoomBoom, forklift, skidsteer, and wheel loader

  • Handling various forms of structural steel, piping and manufactured steel components

  • Off-loading and Loading trailers for shipment of painted material

  • Monday-Friday, 8-10hr work days + weekends as required

  • Material Handling

  • Indoor-Outdoor environment

    Qualifications
  • Operator experience

  • Valid drivers licence

  • A&D pre-access requirements

    Training
  • Operator ticket

  • WHMIS 2015

  • SCOT

    Experience
  • 3+ years material handling/operator experience preferred

    Special requirements
  • Physically demanding

  • Organizational skills

    *
    *

    **Please note that this position is available to Canadian citizens, permanent residents or those with valid, open work permits only.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $20.00-$32.00 per hour

    Schedule:
  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Evening shift

    Experience:
  • Forklift/Zoom Boom Operating: 3 years (required)

    Language:
  • English License (preferred)

    • Example 6

    We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Warehouse worker to join our amazing Surrey, British Columbia team. Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, the Warehouse worker will be responsible for handling incoming and outgoing shipments, driving the forklift, inventory control, etc. This person will also be responsible for physical counts, picking orders and working collaboratively with the team on all general up-keeping work.

    Responsibilities include:
  • Receiving, storage, shipping of all stock items as per defined policies, procedures and protocols
  • Physical counts
  • Sending paperwork
  • Ensuring accurate inventory
  • Stock handling and inventory control
  • Shipping and receiving of all products
  • Keeping the premises clean
  • Compliance with all health and safety regulations
  • Supports other functions as needed

    The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and skills:
  • High school diploma or completed equivalencies
  • Strong computer skills
  • Good general physical condition
  • Team spirit, motivation and ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
  • Perform inventory cycle counts
  • Pull and pre-stage all customer orders
  • Keep the warehouse clean and orderly

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

    Additional pay:
  • Bonus pay
    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Surrey, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work 1 year (preferred)

    • Example 7

    Due to continuous growth, we are adding a new Weekend Night shift and are looking for passionate and motivated Forklift Operators (high reach) to join our winning team.

    Shift schedule: 11pm-7am Friday, 7pm-7am Saturday & Sunday

    What we Offer:
  • Competitive compensation
  • Paid vacation time
  • Employer-paid benefits
  • Straight shifts - better work/life balance
  • Opportunity to make an meaningful impact within your work
  • A supportive work environment that values family and professional growth

    Wages: $21.00/hour plus $3.00/hour shift premium

    Benefits (after 3 months):

  • Great medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement

    Job Summary Statement:

    The role is responsible for the timely and accurate receipt, unloading, storing, order picking, loading and shipment of all products within the warehouse according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

    Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
  • Ensures that all safety regulations with regards to the safe operation of a lift truck (including pre-shift inspection) and safe handling of materials are adhered to.
  • Stages and prepares shipments in accordance with the shipping schedule and daily shipping instructions.
  • Accurately labels and scans shipments with RF scanner
  • Audits the condition of each shipment prior to loading. Ensures trucks are loaded properly, safely and on-time with necessary documentation.
  • Sends ASNs (advance shipping notice) to customer with customers which this procedure applies to.
  • Keeps shipping packaging and stock areas organized and neat and manages stock rotation (first in first out)
  • Receives incoming packaging materials returned from customers and stores it in a neat and orderly fashion. Records receipt.
  • Assists in regular inventory audits as well as spot checks, as required.
  • Complies with the designated HACCP responsibilities related to effective environmental management in accordance with Brimich HACCP Program.
  • Communicates to management when incoming loads arrive without proper documentation/paperwork
  • Ensures that all required paperwork is signed
  • Reports to management any damages to the facility or damage to customer or Brimich property.
  • Performs all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all Health, Safety and Environmental rules and regulations.
  • Always wears prescribed Personal Protective Equipment
  • Keeps work area clean and safe. Creates additional space by effectively storing materials.
  • Treats everyone with dignity, trust and respect.
  • Performs other duties as requested by supervisor or management.

    Job Specifications�Skills and Competencies:
  • Valid lift truck license in high-reach stand-up (Crown) experience an asset
  • Minimum 1 - 2 years previous warehouse experience preferred
  • Computer skills include use of MRP system (ASN, Scan, Shipment/receipt entry)
  • Proficient written and verbal communication skills (able to speak, read & write English) and basic math
  • Strong attendance record
  • Assigns the highest priority to customer satisfaction while meeting commitments to achieve business objectives
  • Creates a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge
  • Responsible for promoting and seeking excellence in all aspects of business
  • Capable of regular safe lifting up to 60lbs

    Brimich is committed to diversity and inclusivity in our employment practices. We promote the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity with persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services.

    For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone number] Ext 296

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

    Salary: From $21.00 per hour

    Additional pay:
  • Overtime pay
    Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision care
    Schedule:
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Night shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekends only

    COVID-19 considerations:
    enhanced sanitation

    Application question(s):
  • Are you able to work Weekend Night shift?
  • Do you have a reliable means of transportation to work in Brantford?

    Experience:
  • high reach truck: 2 years 2 years (preferred)

    • Example 8

    We are currently in need of skilled forklift operators that are certified and comfortable operating all of the following forklifts; Raymond Reach , Dock Stocker and Cherry Picker forklift. Selected individuals will be responsible but not limited to the following duties.

    Shift: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday

    Duties:

    - Operating Raymond Reach , Dock Stocker and Cherry Picker
    - Using Rf Scanner to pick orders
    - Replenishing inventory
    - General cleaning duties
    - Must be versatile to work in other departments

    - Assisting with various warehouse duties as needed

    Qualifications:

    - Must have clear criminal background
    - Must be capable of lifting up to 70 lbs
    - Must have GED or High School Diploma
    -Must have 2+ years of experience on all forklifts
    - Must have excellent command of the English language

    -Must be certified on all 3 Forklifts

    Please apply with resume for consideration

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $20.00-$22.00 per shift

    What does a Forklift Operator do?

    The Forklift Operator is in charge of loading and unloading materials, both incoming and outgoing of the facility. They are responsible for maintaining the workflow in the factory or warehouse by preparing orders for shipment, storing materials, assisting in taking inventory, and operating the machinery required to safely handle and transport items . They may also be required to operate machinery to transport materials between factories, transportation vehicles, or shipping and loading docks.

    Forklift Operator skills and qualifications

    There are several skills and qualifications that make for an excellent Forklift Operator candidate. Here are some of the common skills and expertise to look out for in a candidate:

    • Excellent communication skills
    • Good digital processing skills for inventory tracking
    • Strong organization and time management skills
    • Excellent problem-solving skills
    • Ability to work well under pressure
    • Attention to detail

    Forklift Operator experience requirements

    A successful candidate does not necessarily need previous experience as a Forklift Operator, but they should have experience working in a factory or a warehouse setting. A successful candidate will have an in-depth knowledge of how the day-to-day operations in these facilities take place and how they could apply their skills and techniques in a new setting to improve the efficiency and workflow of the company.

    Forklift Operator education and training requirements

    A good Forklift Operator will have a valid driver’s license, and the physical ability to lift and carry heavy materials as needed. In addition, they must have a license to operate a Forklift and other heavy machinery needed for the job. In Quebec, British Columbia, and the Yukon, Forklift Operators are required to have specific training from the governing bodies of their province to be eligible for the position.

    Forklift Operator salary expectations

    According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Forklift Operator is $18.20 per hour . Salaries may vary based on geographic location, type of industry, and the level of experience.

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    Forklift Operator job description FAQs

    What is the difference between a Forklift Operator and a Material Handler?

    A Forklift Operator is very similar to a Material Handler in that both positions require the individual to store, load, unload, and pack materials. The difference is in the machinery that they use to conduct their work. A Materials Handler usually does not need any heavy equipment to relocate materials, while a Forklift Operator will need to operate a forklift or other relevant machinery to transport palettes and other materials that cannot be carried by hand.

    Do Forklift Operators have different responsibilities in different industries?

    Yes. While many duties remain the same across the board, specific industries may require Forklift Operators to perform unique tasks. For example, a Forklift Operator in the mining industry will be required to dispose of coal, or handle petroleum products. Depending on the size of the factory or warehouse, a Forklift Operator may also be required to set up equipment or operate conveyors.

    What makes a good Forklift Operator job description?

    To attract the best candidates, a Forklift Operator job description will need to be clear, concise, and provide details about the job requirements. A good job description will outline all the necessary training and experience requirements, as well as the work schedule and vehicles to be operated. If knowledge of managing hazardous materials is required, it should be stated in the job description. A brief description on the salary or other company benefits is also useful.

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