Forklift Operator - Fastfrate Group (Lachine, QC) / Chariot élévateur à fourche

Purpose of Position:
The Forklift Operator is responsible for the loading, unloading, and storing of customer freight in a safe and efficient manner.

What’s in it for you:

• Team atmosphere
• Unionized working environment
• Excellent wages with shift premiums
• Regular Increases
• Full-time steady hours with opportunities to work overtime
• Benefits after 1 year of employment
• Pension after 2 years of employment
• Well-established company backed by over 50 years of service

Key Accountabilities:

• Operate a forklift to safely load and unload freight from trucks
• Confirm that inbound freight is received by either scanning the product or completing inbound forms
• Verify the packing labels for accuracy of product being shipped
• Report any damaged freight or quality concerns to the Facility Supervisor
• Meet all efficiency requirements as determined by the SOP and the Warehouse Manager

Other Duties:

• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Forklift license
• 1 to 2 years as propane forklift driver
• Experience in transportation is a plus
• Clear criminal record
• French or English

Required Skills:

• Ability to operate a forklift safely
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. repetitively
• Good time management skills
• Creative and effective problem-solving ability

Conditions of Work:
This position will work in a warehouse environment, using a forklift. PPE must be worn when on the warehouse floor.