Forklift Operator
Location: Kitchener
Pay Rate: $22/hour
Shift:
· Monday to Friday: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM,
Type: Full-Time | Evaluation Hire (Temp-to-Perm Opportunity).
Express Employment Professionals is seeking a Forklift Operator/ Warehouse Associate to join our client’s production team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for the efficient and accurate handling, movement, and delivery of materials within the facility. The ideal candidate is forklift certified and has strong experience working in a manufacturing-based warehouse, not just distribution.
Key Responsibilities:
· Pick and deliver materials/components to production teams accurately and on time
· Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely, including reach trucks and narrow aisle forklifts (up to 30 ft heights)
· Perform daily pre-use inspections of forklifts and other equipment
· Organize, restock, and rearrange warehouse inventory as needed
· Identify and report any inventory discrepancies or material issues
· Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization within the warehouse
· Follow company safety protocols and procedures at all times
· Collaborate effectively with internal teams: Assembly, Sewing, Upholstery, Pre-Production
· Complete other warehouse-related duties as assigned
Requirements:
· Minimum 2–3 years of experience in internal supply chain/warehouse operations within a manufacturing environment
· Valid forklift certification with experience operating in tight spaces and at heights (up to 30 ft)
· Experience picking and delivering materials directly to production lines
· Strong communication skills and ability to follow instructions accurately
· High attention to detail and organizational skills
· Positive attitude and a strong sense of teamwork
· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally
· Basic computer skills and data entry experience are an asset
· Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Working Conditions
· Fast-paced manufacturing/warehouse floor
· Standing and physical activity throughout the shift
· Exposure to noise and dust typical of a manufacturing environment
· Occasional overtime may be required
About Us:
Express Employment Professionals is one of the top staffing companies in the U.S. and Canada. Every day, we help people in Kitchener-Waterloo find jobs and provide workforce solutions to businesses. Express provides a full range of employment solutions that include full-time and temporary employment in a wide range of positions within Professional, Light Industrial, and Office Services divisions. We’ll help you find jobs with companies in Kitchener, Waterloo, New Hamburg, Baden, and other surrounding areas. Whether you’re a worker in between jobs who needs immediate income, a skilled professional looking to make connections in KW’s business community, or a business looking to save time and money on recruitment, Express Employment Professionals Kitchener can help!
At Express Employment Professionals are committed to diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.