Forklift Operator
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- Windsor, ON
- Contract
- Full-time
- Safely offload commercial trucks designated for inspection using forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
- Stage, position, and secure freight for inspection in accordance with facility procedures.
- Reload inspected freight onto commercial trailer once clearance is received.
- Verify shipment details against documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Maintain the integrity and condition of freight throughout the inspection and handling process.
- Take Pictures of the offload every 6 skids
- Operate in full compliance with company regulations, federal security requirements, and facility access controls.
- Follow all site-specific security protocols, including restricted area procedures and chain-of-custody requirements.
- Report any discrepancies, damages, or security concerns immediately to supervision. As well as filling out any damage reports
- Maintain a high level of professionalism when interacting with Inspectors, carriers, and facility staff.
- Secure pre-payment Authorizations from carriers for inspection and handling services as required.
- Accurately process payments using approved systems (POS, offload reports).
- Issue receipts and ensure all transactions are properly documented.
- Reconcile daily transactions and submit required reports in accordance with company procedures.
- Conduct pre-shift inspections of forklifts and report mechanical issues promptly.
- Operate forklifts safely in confined and high-security environments.
- Adhere to all occupational health and safety policies, including PPE requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
- Ability to work from weekly rotating 8 hour shifts. Days, afternoons and nights. Monday to Friday with alternating on call
- Valid forklift certification (counterbalance required; additional certifications an asset).
- Minimum [2] years of experience operating forklifts in a commercial or industrial environment.
- Experience working in secured, bonded, or regulated facilities is a strong asset.
- Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance (mandatory).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict procedures.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, or holidays as required.
- Ability to operate forklifts in a safe manner
- Ability to lift, push, and pull loads as required by the role.
- Comfortable working in a high-security environment.
- Federally secured inspection facility.
- Exposure to commercial freight, loading docks
- High emphasis on security, safety, and regulatory compliance.