Forklift Operator – Shipping & Receiving

Orca Specialty Foods Ltd. was founded in 1995 and is a private company that has built strong B2B partnerships, markets, and high-quality product offerings. From the beginning, Orca Specialty Foods has placed a high value on integrity and responsibility. Today, the company continues to be driven by these values and a commitment to continuous improvement in order to deliver highest-quality smoked and value-added seafood products globally. Position Summary: Orca Specialty Foods Ltd. is seeking a Forklift Operator – Shipping & Receiving to support our warehouse, shipping, receiving, and material-handling operations. Reporting to the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement, loading, unloading, storage, and handling of products and materials. Main Responsibilities Operate a forklift safely and efficiently to move products and materials within the warehouse and shipping/receiving areas. Load and unload trucks using a forklift and other material-handling equipment. Move, stack, and store products and materials in designated warehouse, cooler, and freezer areas. Retrieve products and materials as required for shipping, production, and warehouse operations. Assemble orders and prepare pallets, including packing, wrapping, and labelling. Inspect incoming and outgoing products and materials for quantity and condition. Assist with receiving deliveries and preparing outgoing shipments. Assist with inventory counts and stock organization. Maintain safe and organized warehouse, cooler, freezer, and shipping/receiving areas. Communicate with truck drivers regarding deliveries and pickups. Follow all company health and safety policies, procedures, and safe material-handling practices. Perform other related material-handling and warehouse duties as required. Qualifications & Requirements Valid forklift certification. Previous hands-on forklift operating experience required. Previous warehouse, shipping, receiving, or material-handling experience is an asset. Ability to operate a forklift safely and competently. No specific educational credential required. Basic computer skills. Good communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to work in wet, cold, cooler, and freezer environments. Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience is an asset. Forklift Practical Assessment: Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a brief practical forklift assessment to demonstrate their ability to operate a forklift safely and competently as part of the selection process. Terms of Employment: Work Location: Unit #4 – 17350 56 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 1C3 Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time |* Vacancies:* 1 | Wage: $23.00/hour |* Hours:* 40 hours/week Benefits: Extended health and dental benefits available after the applicable eligibility period. Language of Work: English |* Start Date:* As soon as possible |* Closing Date:* Until Filled Application Details: Please submit your resume, cover letter, contact information for three related-work references, and copies of relevant credentials/current licences. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Address your application to: Human Resources Manager Orca Specialty Foods Ltd. Email: kawalpreet.s@orcaspecialtyfoods.com Unit #4 – 17350 56 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 1C3 Pay: $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care Application question(s): Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a brief practical forklift assessment to demonstrate their ability to operate a forklift safely and competently as part of the selection process. Are you willing to take the assessment ? Licence/Certification: Forklift Licence (required) Work Location: In person

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