Forklift Operator/Shipper/Receiver

Sunterra Horticulture, a division of the Profile Products family is a Boutique Producer of Premium Canadian Sphagnum Peat Moss Products. We focus on what we do best, namely providing our customers with fibrous blonde peat moss that is high in porosity and water holding capacity and low in pH and bulk density.

We are currently looking for energetic individuals to join our team at our location just 6kms west of Norquay, Saskatchewan in the role of Forklift Operator / Shipper.

The Forklift Operator / Shipper will be responsible for handling of finished product during production as well as the loading of product during the shipping process. This is a 40-hour a week position; weekend work may be required. This position is Seasonal typically operating May-November.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production Supervision and management to determine priorities and courses of action to improve product quality and employee safety
• Ensure all company procedures are being followed
• Perform daily inspections of forklift
• At all times work in a manner that maintains the safety of themselves and others
• Report any issues on equipment to maintenance department
• Work extra hours as required to keep production running
• Additional duties as required

Essential Qualifications

• Ability to operate machinery
• Ability to plan, organize, multi-task, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• High Initiative, self-motivation, flexibility, accountability and reliability
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with teammates, customers and suppliers
• Strong work ethic

Education and Experience

• Ability to operate forklift considered an asset (will certify on site)
• Experience in shipping considered an asset
• Valid Class 5 drivers license

Job requirements:

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must have own means of transportation to and from work.

Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of wearing a respirator and other applicable safety equipment, as required

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Manufacturing setting

Profile Products is an equal opportunity employer. All applicable provincial and federal laws will be followed to ensure consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, disability and other classifications protected by law. Profile Products will make reasonable accommodations for persons with disability in accordance with applicable law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection will be made on job related factors. If you require any accommodation in the application process, please contact us.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-08