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Shipping - Forklift Operator - Dundalk

Ice River Sustainable Solutions

Dundalk, ON N0C 1B0

Shipping - Forklift Operator - Dundalk

Ice River Sustainable Solutions

Dundalk, ON N0C 1B0
 
Salary: Information not available
 

OUR DUNDALK FACILITY IS SEEKING A RELIABLE AND SAFETY-FOCUSED SHIPPER (FORKLIFT CERTIFIED) TO SUPPORT PLANT-WIDE PRODUCTION AND SHIPPING OPERATIONS. THIS ROLE SERVICES ALL MANUFACTURING WITHIN THE FACILITY, ENSURING FINISHED GOODS AND MATERIALS ARE MOVED EFFICIENTLY, ACCURATELY, AND SAFELY TO MAINTAIN OVERALL PLANT FLOW.

THIS IS A PLANT-LEVEL POSITION THAT PLAYS A CRITICAL ROLE IN SUPPORTING PRODUCTION, INVENTORY CONTROL, AND OUTBOUND LOGISTICS IN A FAST-PACED, HIGH-OUTPUT MANUFACTURING ENVIRONMENT.

 

AS A SHIPPER (FORKLIFT CERTIFIED) YOU CAN EXPECT:

  • HOURLY WAGE STARTING AT $21.63/HR
  • WAGE INCREASE AFTER 3 MONTHS
  • 12-HOUR STRAIGHT DAY OR STRAIGHT NIGHT SHIFTS
  • COMPANY PAID LIFE INSURANCE, HEALTH & DENTAL BENEFITS
  • RRSP COMPANY MATCH
  • ON-THE-JOB TRAINING
  • UNIFORMS
  • SAFETY SHOE ALLOWANCE
  • CLEAN AND SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • TEAMWORK
  • CONTINUOUS SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
  • EMPLOYEE REFERRAL PROGRAM

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • SAFELY OPERATE FORKLIFTS AND OTHER MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY
  • LOAD AND UNLOAD TRUCKS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SHIPPING SCHEDULES AND PLANT REQUIREMENTS
  • STAGE, MOVE, AND ORGANIZE FINISHED GOODS FROM MULTIPLE PRODUCTION AREAS WITHIN THE FACILITY
  • VERIFY PRODUCT QUANTITIES, PALLET CONFIGURATION, LABELS, AND SHIPPING DOCUMENTATION FOR ACCURACY
  • SUPPORT INVENTORY CONTROL THROUGH PROPER TRACKING, SCANNING, AND MATERIAL ORGANIZATION
  • MAINTAIN CLEAN, ORGANIZED DOCK AND WAREHOUSE AREAS TO ENSURE SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATIONS
  • REMOVE WASTE TO ENERGY AND RECYCLING MATERIALS THROUGHOUT THE SHIFT
  • COMPLETE DAILY FORKLIFT INSPECTIONS AND REPORT MAINTENANCE CONCERNS PROMPTLY
  • COLLABORATE WITH PRODUCTION TEAMS AND SUPERVISORS TO ENSURE SEAMLESS MATERIAL FLOW ACROSS THE PLANT
  • ADHERE TO ALL SAFETY, QUALITY, AND OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES

 

EDUCATION / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • PREVIOUS SHIPPING/RECEIVING EXPERIENCE IN A MANUFACTURING ENVIRONMENT PREFERRED
  • VALID FORKLIFT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED (OR ABILITY TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATION UPON HIRE)
  • EXPERIENCE WORKING IN A FAST-PACED, HIGH-VOLUME PRODUCTION ENVIRONMENT
  • STRONG ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND COMMITMENT TO ACCURACY
  • DEMONSTRATED TEAMWORK AND ABILITY TO ADAPT TO CHANGING PRIORITIES
  • ABILITY TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY AND COMPLETE ASSIGNED TASKS
  • COMFORTABLE WORKING 12-HOUR STRAIGHT DAY OR STRAIGHT NIGHT SHIFTS
  • PHYSICALLY CAPABLE OF LIFTING AND MOVING MATERIALS AS REQUIRED

Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

Note to Recruiting Agencies:
Ice River Sustainable Solutions does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and Ice River Sustainable Solutions recruitment.

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

 

lschaffter@iceriversprings.com

 

Whenever possible, reach out to a named contact rather than a general inbox  - it helps ensure a quicker, more personalized response. If you hit a bounce-back, let us know at

employment.Emploi@cfmws.com

 

 

About Ice River Sustainable Solutions

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we’re proud to give our employees the chance to be part of an organization recognized for forward-thinking innovation and sustainably designed products and packaging. Our culture is inclusive, supportive, and growth-focused, with learning and development opportunities that open doors to internal career advancement. We’re problem solvers who take pride in turning challenges into possibilities. Hands-on and driven, we are united by a shared commitment to building something bigger than ourselves. Our head office is based in Shelburne, Ontario, with additional facilities across British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec. We are currently hiring for a range of roles, including Electricians, Electromechanics, Millwrights, Forklift Operators, 310T Mechanics, and General Labour positions. If you are creative, passionate, and eager to work in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.