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Job Title: Forklift Operator   Date Posted: 09/20/23 Ref. Number: 368 Type: Full Time Part Time Location: Greater Toronto Area Requirements: • Must have a valid forklift operator license (Counter Balance and Raymond Reach) from a recognized training provider. • 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment (food/bakery experience is desirable). • RF scanning experience. • Ability to work in a freezer environment. • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or distraction. • Accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to detect the presence of a quality issue. • Good communication skills (Paperwork and documentation are part of the job responsibilities). • Must be punctual and flexible to work days, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed. Description: Reporting to the Site Leader, Operations Leader, and the Shipping & Receiving Team Leader, the Team Member - Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a Raymond Reach Forklift in a safe and efficient manner within a food manufacturing environment. In this position you will work in a team environment led by a Team Leader. You will support your Team Leader by demonstrating and practicing teamwork every day and respect all your fellow Team Members. • Works in a safe manner and follows all GMP’s, Safe Operating Procedures, and Health and Safety Policies as outlined by FGF at all times. • Operates Raymond Reach and/or Counter Balance trucks to transport, stage, load/unload finished products/raw materials onto and off trailers. • Picking orders using the Raymond Reach truck and a RF scanner gun. • Operates pallet wrapping machines. • Ensures Operations Management System (OMS) procedures are being followed (entering inventory into the operating system). • Responsible for daily inventory control • Reports food safety/ quality problems to the Quality Assurance team. • Performs lift truck daily inspection as per standard operating procedures. • Ensures the flow of Finished Goods and packaging material is smooth during production on the floor. • Performs other duties as assigned. Hours per week: Monday-Friday / Weekend Availability (40) Rate of Pay: $23.50 per hr Contact: Julia Cavaliere Telephone: 905-453-7896 Fax: 905-453-7894 Email: jcavaliere@jobskills.org