Lumber Yard Forklift Operator

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We’re more than Canada’s largest independent hardware and building supplies retailer—we’re part of communities across the nation.

Keep the Yard Moving As a Lumber Yard Forklift Operator you will be responsible for unloading, storing, order picking, loading, shipping, and a timely and accurate receipt of all products within the bulk distribution centre. Led by the Supervisor, Kitchener DSC, this position will best suit someone who enjoys working outdoors, has experience operating forklifts in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in working safely while providing excellent service

• Please note this is a 6-month term position

Ready to make an impact in a new role? Here’s how:

• Operate a forklift with appropriate certifications.
• Inspect the forklift and attached equipment to ensure compliance with standards and applicable laws.
• Load and unload trucks, transporting the material to appropriate storage areas.
• Work outdoors 80-100% of the time; tolerant of extremes in temperature, inclement weather, dust, and intense noise.
• Work in accordance with company policies and procedures on health and safety and loss prevention (i.e., ensure safe and efficient operation of the forklift and that loads are safe for transport).
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with Manager and other Team Members in all departments.
• Maintain accurate records with established systems and processes.
• Additional duties such as physical inventory and cycle counts as required.

We’re looking for:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One to five years of forklift driving experience required.
• Safety conscious with proven experience on forklifts, handling heavy or odd size loads.
• Attention to detail and accuracy to ensure compliance with TDG requirements.
• Ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision.
• Experience with Oracle and Prism Systems are an asset.
• Ability to identify different species of wood and grades of material is an asset.
• Strong organization and communication skills for interactions with Manager and Team Members.
• Must be able to comprehend business math calculations, spatial comprehension.
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds.
• The ability to be onsite 5 days a week at our Kitchener Distribution Centre, to accommodate the needs of the role.

How we’ll make you feel at Home Our Team Members enjoy life at Home with our strong culture of support and inclusion, excellent benefits, and a team that always has your back. You will receive:

• Starting rate: $24.50/hour, with scheduled increases up to our two-year rate of $29.60/hour
• Group RRSP.
• Discount from our Corporate Retail Store in St. Jacobs.
• Home & Auto Insurance discounts.
• Competitive vacation time.
• Employee Discount Program through Venngo WorkPerks.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

Bring your unique skills, thrive with interesting and challenging work, and experience what it’s like at Home. Apply today - this is a great opportunity to join a proudly Canadian company that is 100% ready to help you build your future.
Home Hardware recognizes the value of a diverse team. We believe that different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences make us stronger as an organization. Applicants representing the full diversity of communities in Canada are encouraged to apply with confidence. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the recruitment process

Canadians call us Home Hardware. We call it Home.