Armstrong Top Pack/Top Line Farms, one of Leamington’s largest grower, importer, exporter and packer of greenhouse vegetables, has an immediate opening for:

Forklift Operator - Shipping/Receiving

Shippers/Receivers are responsible for organizing and maintaining an updated inventory through the use of computerized inventory control system. Safe operation of a forklift to load, unload and move goods is a must. Our warehouse is an environment where activities take place at a rapid pace. Handling heavy loads, manual dexterity, attention to detail and hand-eye coordination is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Examine contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipment.
• Record shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, and damages and discrepancies, for reporting, accounting, and record keeping purposes.
• Ensure FIFO stock rotation within our facility and coolers.
• Loads and unloads materials to and from designated storage areas, or vehicles.
• Stacks or piles materials, pallets, etc.
• Bundles and bands
• Sorts and stores items according to specifications.
• Attaches identifying tags or marks information on containers.
• Ensures/maintains a clean work area, using brooms, rags, and cleaning compounds
• Installs protective devices, such as bracing, padding or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.
• Record any maintenance required for equipment for safety and to minimize risks.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Follows work orders or listens to oral instructions to determine work assignment.
• Completes daily fork lift inspection for safety and to minimize risks.
• Follows established safety regulations; appropriate use of signals (horns), proper use of seatbelts and other equipment as required.
• Additional tasks as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Safe driver as a fork lift operator and conduct daily equipment inspections.
• Previous experience with vegetables or comparable environment is preferred.
• Ability to conduct basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively (written, oral and spoken) in English.
• Knowledge of Famous will be considered an asset.
• Must be able to work independently or within a team setting.
• Positive attitude, punctual and willing to grow within the company.

Physical Abilities:

• Must be able to sit/stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be physically fit and able to repetitively lift heavy material (i.e. up to 23 kg / 50 lbs.)
• Work in a temperature controlled environment.
• Must be able to deal with challenging employees and/or situations

Overtime after 44 hours

Must have own reliable transportation. Public transportation is not available.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $19.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Work Location: One location

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