FORKLIFT OPERATOR - PRODUCTION

Under the supervision of the Production Manager / Team Leader, the candidate will be required to perform tasks related to the disposal of the finished product at the appropriate locations in the warehouse.

*Mandatory travel to Drummondville Quebec for training, possibly 1 trip between date of hire and January of 2027. Employees will work/ train in Quebec for 2 weeks, and then return home for 2 weeks (off)*

THE CHALLENGES WE HAVE FOR YOU

Unload finished product from the production line in a timely manner, without creating a bottleneck;
Classify, identify, arrange finished products in appropriate locations in the warehouse;
Operate the forklift in a safe and efficient manner;
Do pre-startup inspections on the forklift to ensure safe operation of the machine;
Properly dock the forklift at the end of the shift and connect the charging cables to the battery;
Learn how certain segments of the production line work;
Support the production line during production start-up and changeovers;
Carry out the weekly physical inventory of finished products and ensure their rotation;
Participate and provide necessary training to peers in order to perform the work as required;
Ensure that workplaces meet the company's standards of cleanliness and safety;
Suggest any measures aimed at improving production activities and occupational health/safety.
Support the receiving department in the reception of raw materials ranging from chemical totes, paper coils, etc;
Support the shipping department in loading trucks with finished products if necessary;
Support the unloader for rail cars by working as a backup operator to unload chemicals from trains / trucks into the tanks;
Work as a backup operator on the production line based on production priorities if necessary;
Perform any other tasks assigned by the management.

THE SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Your Education :

High school degree

Your Knowledge :

Driving a forklift (Asset);
Use of handheld scanners and tablets to scan part labels;
Training in handling hazardous materials (an asset);
GPAO software: AS/400 (an asset);
Basic computing skills;
Experience in a manufacturing plant (asset);
Health and Safety Standards.
Ability to consult and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

Your Skills And Attitudes :

Autonomy;
Organizational skills;
Analytical mindset and attention to detail;
Good flexibility and adaptability;
Proficiency with computer system;
Team spirit / Team Player;

The Work Conditions :

Handling of hazardous products;
Mandatory use of a cartridge respirator, gloves, and coveralls depending on the work area;
Mandatory use of safety glasses, earplugs, and safety boots at all times.
Wearing contact lenses is prohibited.

Your Physical Requirements :

Physical strength required (occasional handling of heavy loads);
Good general physical condition (work is done sitting / standing up most of the time).