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Forklift and Shunt Truck Driver
Sky Blue Water Inc. is a Bottling Company that produces and manages private label bottled water programs for many large retail customers.
We are currently looking to fill the role of Forklift and Shunt Truck Driver in Winnipeg, MB. This is a full-time position with normal 8 hour working days from Monday to Friday, but may be required to work afternoon or evening shifts. Hours can change based on customer demands. Rate of pay will be based on your experience.
As the successful candidate, you will have previous experience and responsibilities in the following areas:
Responsible for moving product or materials in a production environment using powered vehicles.

• Operate industrial vehicles and equipment.
• Operate a shunt truck for moving empty and full trailers.
• Transport materials and product designated area
• Load and unload designated trailers and/or trucks
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures
• Move product and/or materials manually as required
• May be required to lift items up to minimum 50 lbs

As the successful candidate, you will have the following qualifications:

• Valid class 1 driver’s license to drive a semi trailer
• Minimum 2 year forklift and warehouse experience – Previous forklift certification is an asset
• Superior interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task while remaining calm and positive
• Ability to be flexible, organized and manage priorities

A Successful Candidate will be offered:

• Competitive Wages

• Company Benefits

• Training

• Clean and Safe Work Environment

The successful candidate will also be a hard-working, conscientious, confident, self-starter with the ability to operate in a dynamic environment.
We thank all applicants, however only those under consideration will be contacted.
Related keywords: forklift operator, forklift, warehouse, warehouse worker
COVID-19 precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Job Duties:

• Load and unload trucks
• Move and stack materials
• Keep production lines supplied with empty containers and packaging materials as needed
• Spot tractor trailers
• Rotate floor stock
• General housekeeping duties in the warehouse or production area and duties as assigned
• Follow forklift operating guidelines and procedures
• Receive/process shipments
• Perform proper forklift inspection, minor servicing and repairs as necessary

Work remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Do you live near Winnipeg, Manitoba

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Experience:

• Forklift Operator: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 1 Driver License in Manitoba (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-10-25
Expected start date: 2024-10-28