Yard Worker/Forklift Operator

public works, railway, mining and energy, forestry, and development sectors for over 50 years.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a Forklift Operator for our new HDPE Plant in Sackville, NB. that will work in a manner to meet the safety, quality and efficiency standards for the particular job at hand, as well as working in a team environment. The Forklift Operator is responsible for a variety of duties, including: loading, unloading and moving products and materials to the designated locations in the warehouse and storage yard. The Forklift Operator is also accountable for checking received orders and confirming that all inventory transactions are completed and documented. The Fork Lift Operator will be expected to be experienced with a forklift and a pallet truck. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Load, unload, and move products and materials by hand or equipment.
• Use a forklift and overhead cranes in the movement of materials and the associated processing required in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• May perform other activities such as assisting in taking inventory and weighing/checking materials.
• Pick orders and prepare for shipping, including: stacking, wrapping, and crating products.
• Pick material from warehouse for outbound orders, and ensure they are high quality materials being shipped.
• Participate in clean-up and maintenance.
• Perform other handling duties such as: counting, weighing, and sorting.
• Put away received materials to proper storage locations
• Confirm inventory transactions are complete.
• Assist in processing the receipt of incoming materials.
• Work with carriers to assist in the loading of materials for shipment.
• Ensure raw materials are moved to the appropriate manufacturing cells and finished goods are moved to proper inventory locations
• Assist with inventory processes.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 – 5 years relevant experience
• Basic use of MS office and ERP systems considered an asset
• Experience operating 20-25K lb capacity forklift
• Forklift operator license
• Knowledgeable of Inventory control systems for material handling.
• Capable of understanding key processes in the department
• Assist with inventory processes
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in material handling methodology.
• Willing to work overtime as required and committed to doing what is necessary to ensure duties are completed.
• Strong oral and written English language communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task and balance conflicting priorities.
• Sense of urgency with excellent attention to detail.
• Other duties as assigned

Atlantic Industries Ltd. is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Atlantic Industries Ltd. will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.