Shipping - Forklift Operator

Ice River Sustainable Solutions is hiring a Shipping Forklift Operator in Canada. The role involves operating forklifts, verifying orders, managing inventory, and collaborating with the shipping team. Benefits include a competitive wage, health insurance, RRSP matching, and ongoing training. The company values inclusivity and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds. This is a full-time position with 12-hour rotating shifts, requiring prior forklift or shipping experience.
At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, our employees have incredible opportunities to work for an organization that is known for our forward-thinking innovation and eco-friendly design in products and packaging.

Our culture is inclusive, supportive, and encourages learning and development to support internal career advancement opportunities. We are problem solvers who find fulfillment and reward in making impossible possible. We are hands-on, focused, and committed to always being a part of something bigger.

If you are creative, passionate and enjoy working in a collaborative environment we would like to hear from you.

As a Shipping Forklift Operator you can expect:
• Excellent Hourly Wage
• Wage Increase after 3 Months
• 12-hour Continental Rotating Shifts Days and Nights
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Health, and Dental Benefits
• RRSP Company Match
• On the Job Training
• Uniforms
• Safety Shoe Allowance
• Clean and Safe Work Environment
• Teamwork
• Continuous Skills Development
• Employee Referral Program

Responsibilities:
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment to load and unload goods from trucks and within the warehouse.
• Ensure the accuracy of orders by verifying product quantities, descriptions, and shipping details.
• Assist in the organization and management of inventory in the warehouse, including stacking and organizing products.
• Follow shipping procedures to ensure accuracy of product and inventory control.
• Remove all waste to energy and recycling throughout shift.
• Collaborate with the shipping team, warehouse staff, and supervisors to coordinate shipping activities and address any discrepancies or issues.
• Perform routine inspection checks on forklifts and report any maintenance or repair needs to the appropriate personnel.

Education/Skills/Experience Required:
• Previous Forklift, shipping/receiving experience an asset.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and follow instructions.
• Demonstrate spirit of team work and collaboration with the flexibility to adapt to various tasks
• Complete tasks as assigned.

Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons.

Note to Recruiting Agencies

Ice River Sustainable Solutions does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and Ice River Sustainable Solutions recruitment.