Forklift Operator

Packaging firm in aurora is seeking qualified Forklift Driver/Material Handlers to join our team.

Qualified candidates must be able to work 12-hour rotating continental shifts.

Responsible for:

• Moving products and material by hand or with basic material handling equipment

• Following and complying with management

• Move all plastic totes to the WIP area

• Print tickets for totes in ERP system as required • Assist in coverage for breaks as required

• Assist set-up techs to expedite tooling changes and learn the process

• Grinding of scrap material

• Housekeeping activities

Skills and Education:

• Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent

• Must have forklift certification (propane and/or electric) and a minimum of 3 years of experience in material handling

• Basic math

• Must be able to follow instructions

• Must have attention to detail

• Manual dexterity

• Being able to maneuver in tight spaces

• Must be able to differentiate between colors and their shades

• Must have basic computer skills

• ERP or SAP experience an asset

• Must have warehousing and or manufacturing experience • Shipping and receiving experience an asset Soft Skills • Problem solving - the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully. • Interpersonal Skills - the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.

• Oral communication - the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, group presentations and meetings.

• Written Communication - the individual edits work for spelling and grammar, presents numerical data effectively and is able to read and interpret written information.

• Planning/organizing - the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans. Material Handler – December 2025

• Quality control - the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.

• Adaptability - the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

• Dependability - the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.

• Safety and security - the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly. Other Job Requirements

• Must be able to speak, read and write English

• Must have reliable transportation

• Must be able to sit, stand/walk for long periods of time

• Able to work 12-hour rotating continental shifts Working Conditions

• Standing/driving for long periods of time (12 hours/shift)

• Must have full range of motion

• Rotating continental shifts

• Bending, twisting and lifting up to 25 pounds

• Handling heavy load