Warehouse - Forklift Operator (Afternoon Shift)

Job Title: Forklift Operator                                                

Department: Warehouse                                                  

Supervisor: Manager, Warehouse

The Forklift Operator reports to the Warehouse Manager and is responsible for supplying the necessary materials and/or product to the molding/printing departments. They will put away finished product that comes out of the Molding and Printing departments, placing them into the designated area according to the warehouse footprint.

• Ensure accuracy of all scanning transactions in the LX system, as well as physical movement of product throughout the warehouse
• Pick orders as requested
• Load trucks as requested
• Provide support for the inventory control and/or QC department as per supervisor’s request
• Follow directions provided when putting together customer orders to ensure orders are organized and put together as per customer specifications, build up skids for shipment if required
• Fulfill all HACCP requirements and report any critical control point non- conformances
• Work and act in a safe manner, obeying all company safety rules and regulations
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Warehouse Supervisor
• Store all finished and unfinished product in their appropriate warehouse location
• Properly maintain forklift/reach truck and ensure daily vehicle checks are conducted and Check sheets are appropriately logged
• Gather, weigh, log transfer and load all scrap as required
• Organize and consolidate skids to ensure Warehouse efficiency (the same product together in one place)
• Ensure the Warehouse is maintained in an orderly fashion, completing housekeeping responsibilities as required

Educational Requirements: Grade 12 education or equivalent  

Minimum Experience/Field: Three years Forklift experience in a fast paced Production/Manufacturing environment

Licenses/Permits Required: Must be a licensed Forklift operator (both Reach and Counterbalance)

Communication Skills: must have good command of the English language both verbal and written

Additional Education/Experience/Skills: Must be able to perform basic mathematical skills

• Ability to anticipate and handle challenging situations effectively, seeking input and involving others when possible
• Consistently uses good judgement while decision making, analyses problems from different angles to seek alternatives before determining best solutions
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency, assuming responsibility without being asked in order to achieve results
• Ability to prioritize tasks and support multiple departments
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Polytainers is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Polytainers is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. Polytainers is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.