Forklift Operator/material Handler - Welland, Canada - Northern Gold Foods
1 week ago
Description
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'The Breakfast Company'_
Northern Gold Foods is a well established, leading manufacturer of a wide range of healthy and great tasting breakfast and snack food products.
With roots dating back to 1978, Northern Gold Foods now has production facilities located in British Columbia, Ontario and Oregon.
We are currently seeking aMaterial Handler to join our Welland team in the Forklift Driver Department. This is a full-time position and long-term employment within a stable and growing organization.
Operators will be responsible for production and product quality by ensuring operation runs smooth. Efficient running of machines and other related work will be key.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:_
- Ensure production line material demand requirements are fulfilled promptly
- Use wireless RF scanning equipment to ensure accuracy of inventory
- Ensure accuracy and quality of all picked and loaded orders
- Perform cycle counts as required
- Inspecting materials for defects and damage
- Maintain an organized and clean warehouse
- Follow all policies and procedures
- Unloading incoming material shipments and storing efficiently in designated locations
- Conduct operations in a manner that maintains high standards of health and safety to prevent accidents or injuries as a well as GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
- Cross train as Shipper/Receiver and Production Operator based on business needs
REQUIREMENTS:
- Current and Valid Forklift Certification (Reach and/or Counterbalance).
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Strong work ethic and very strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent English language communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Shipping/Receiving and food industry experience an asset.
- Must be willing and able to work rotating 12hour continental shifts (6am6pm and 6pm6am), scheduled within a 24/7 operation (includes nights and weekends).
COMPENSATION and BENEFITS:_
- Starting wage: $18.00/Hr
$0.75/Hr shift premium for shifts starting after 12:00pm
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Merit review upon completion of 3-month probation period
- Multicultural work force with a family atmosphere
- Employee benefit package including Health/Dental/Vision care
- Overtime opportunities available
- Employee Referral Bonus
TO APPLY:_
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Application question(s):
- Willing and able to work rotating 12hour continental shifts (6am6pm and 6pm6am), scheduled within a 24/7 operation (includes nights and weekends)?
- Do you have reliable transportation to and from work, as public transit is not available to this location?
- What is your availability to start?
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
Fork Lift: 1 year (required)
- Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location:
One location
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