Order Picker – Forklift Operator
Springhill Lumber (Wholesale) Ltd. is looking for an experienced Order Picker - Forklift Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will assist with customer orders, forklift operation, and the safe handling of building materials.
This is a full-time, Monday to Friday position with some overtime as required. The role is best suited for someone who enjoys active, hands-on work and can safely prepare customer orders, operate a forklift, and move and secure building materials in a busy yard and warehouse environment.
The successful candidate will receive 100% company paid benefits after 90 days.
Rate of Pay: Depending on Experience
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Accurately pick, count, check and prepare customer orders for pickup or delivery.
- Safely load, unload, move and secure building materials, including drywall and related accessories, using a forklift and manual handling methods.
- Handle materials carefully to prevent damage to products and merchandise.
- Complete paperwork accurately, including tallying product changes as needed.
- Assist with loading and unloading customer and delivery vehicles.
- Maintain a clean, safe and orderly yard and warehouse.
- Provide professional and courteous customer service.
- Other duties as required.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Hold a valid Class 5(F) driver’s licence.
- Obtain and maintain a current driver’s abstract (issued within the last 3 months).
- Previous experience and knowledge in the lumber, building materials, or a related industry is an asset.
- Previous forklift experience; forklift certification is preferred.
- Ability to perform physical labour, including lifting and carrying (over 50 lbs.), bending and repetitive movements on a daily basis.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written) with excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, physically demanding environment.
- Dependable, punctual, friendly, and organized, with a strong work ethic and excellent attendance.
- Reliable vehicle is required, as this is a non-bus route.
Working Conditions:
- Exposure to dust and extreme changes in temperature and weather when working outside year-round.
- Safety boots and safety equipment are required.
- Fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Candidates interested in this opportunity should apply with a resume including references and a driver’s abstract. Please email resumes to HR at [email protected].
We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Headingley, MB R4H 1B4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person