Forklift Operator Shipping - Leamington, Canada - Pure Flavor Farms Inc.

Pure Flavor Farms Inc.
Pure Flavor Farms Inc.
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Leamington, Canada

1 week ago

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Pure Hothouse Foods, marketed under the Pure Flavor brand, is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor to communities everywhere.

Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & foodservice customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise.

We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America.

With a dedicated, energetic and highly skilled workforce, we believe our employees make the difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive, vibrant organization.


Job Summary:


The Shipping Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operating and managing of industrial equipment to load, unload and move product and packaging, from storage areas, machines and loading docks.

The prime function of the role is to support the supply chain through the loading of trucks for all outgoing product and accurately count and document shipments.


Responsibilities:


  • Operate forklift or other hand truck activities, to stage, count, sort, wrap finished product and move shipments of product and packaging material
  • Examine shipment contents and compare with records to verify accuracy and quality of shipment, place shipment on designated truck for delivery to customer
  • Communicate frequently with Shipping Supervisor, report quality issues, damage, shortages of product or packaging
  • Maintain a clean work area; remove empty and damage pallets, wood, and plastic
  • Daily inspection of assigned forklift or other material handling equipment; report damages or mechanical issues to personnel with authority
  • Comply with SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Food Safety, Health and Safety, and company policies and procedures; ensure standards consistently meet expectations
  • Other core expectations as defined by the company

Qualifications:


  • Secondary school diploma or equivalent required
  • Minimum two (2) years' forklift experience required; Forklift Certification preferred
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, Food Safety preferred
  • Selfmotivated with the ability to work independently and in a team
  • Commitment to adhere to all security and safety procedures; excellent driving skills and the ability to show good judgement
  • Proven ability to work in a fastpaced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and taskrelated accuracy, as well as consistent followthrough skills
  • Ability to remain focused for extended periods of time and react quickly in emergency situations
  • Proficient in English communication; oral, written and reading
  • Steel toed shoes are required

Work Environment:


  • Hours of work may vary depending on buisness needs; flexibility required
  • This job operates in a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 4555°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation
  • Role frequently requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, use hands to handle or feel product or packaging, and reach with hands and arms
  • The position requires the ability to regularly lift to 30pounds, occasionally up to 50pounds

_If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Hothouse Foods today_
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