Material Handler (Forklift)
Job ID: 1815005
Reference Code: AW-Material-Handler (Forklift)
- Up to $43,700
- Maple, L6A 1V8
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Job Summary
We are hiring a Material Handler (Forklift) for a direct hire opportunity in Maple, ON, near Keele and Rutherford. This role is ideal for an experienced forklift operator with strong counterbalance and reach truck skills who enjoys hands-on warehouse work in a busy automotive and parts manufacturing environment.
The Material Handler will support warehouse and production operations by moving materials safely, staging finished products, loading and unloading trucks, and helping maintain an organized and efficient workflow. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for stable weekday hours, a supportive team environment, and a role where safety, reliability, and attention to detail are valued.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate counterbalance and reach forklifts to move materials, products, and finished goods throughout the warehouse.
- Load and unload trucks while ensuring products are handled safely, accurately, and efficiently.
- Move materials to production lines and stage finished products for shipment or storage.
- Perform routine forklift inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns as needed.
- Complete heavy lifting tasks up to 50 lbs while following all workplace safety procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area to support productivity and warehouse flow.
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay rate: $21.00 per hour.
- Job type: Direct hire.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
- Location: Maple, ON, near Keele and Rutherford.
Additional Skills
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Operate counterbalance and reach forklifts in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
- Support production by moving materials to the line and staging finished products.
- Load, unload, pick, move, and organize inventory accurately and safely.
- 2 to 3 years of experience operating counterbalance and reach forklifts.
- Valid forklift certification is required.
- Familiarity with warehouse management systems for tracking inventory.
- Basic math skills for accurate order picking and inventory management.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs consistently throughout the shift.
- CSA-approved steel-toed safety shoes or boots and safety glasses are required.
- Strong attention to safety, reliability, teamwork, and organization.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in an automotive, parts manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment.
- Experience supporting production lines in a fast-paced facility.
- Strong attendance record and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.