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Are you an experienced forklift driver looking to take your career to new heights? We are currently seeking a skilled and safety-minded Swing Reach Operator for an exciting opportunity in Newmarket, Ontario. This position is ideal for a dedicated professional looking to join a dynamic warehousing team. As a Swing Reach Operator, you will play a vital role in our client's daily supply chain operations, ensuring that inventory is moved efficiently, accurately, and safely throughout the facility. In this role, your primary responsibility will be navigating narrow aisles using wire-guided turret trucks and swing reach forklifts. You will be working extensively at elevated heights to pick individual items, pull entire skids out of bulk storage areas, and put away incoming stock. Precision is key, as you will be executing direct picks, handling cartons, labeling products, and staging orders for specific lines. This position requires comfort working in narrow aisles and high-bay racking systems where accuracy and attention to detail are paramount to meeting daily production quotas. ...
Job Responsibility
Operate a wire-guided swing reach forklift / turret truck safely and efficiently within very narrow aisles
Pick individual items and books from designated pick areas as well as entire skids from bulk storage zones
Execute direct picks by collecting specific carton quantities, applying accurate labels, and transporting them to designated staging lines
Perform inventory replenishment tasks by safely pulling products from upper racking levels and moving them to lower picking bins
Conduct pre-operational safety inspections on the material handling equipment daily and report any maintenance issues immediately
Use RF scanners or warehouse management system paperwork to accurately track product movements and maintain inventory integrity
Assist with general warehouse duties including palletizing, wrapping skids, and maintaining a clean, hazard-free work environment
Follow all established health and safety protocols, especially regarding working at heights and operating heavy machinery
Requirements
Valid certification or prior documented experience operating a Swing Reach, Turret Truck, or Order Picker forklift
Proven track record of safety and compliance within an industrial, manufacturing, or logistics environment
Ability to comfortably work at heights and pass internal equipment operation assessments
Flexibility to work occasional overtime hours and Saturday shifts as dictated by seasonal volume increases
Reliable transportation to ensure consistent attendance for the 7:00 AM shift start in Newmarket
Capability to perform repetitive lifting of product cartons and manage manual inventory handling up to 50 lbs
Clear background check and positive references from previous material handling supervisors
High school diploma or equivalent educational background is preferred
What we offer
Competitive hourly compensation of $22 per hour
Desirable and stable day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, promoting an excellent work-life balance
Opportunity for lucrative overtime pay and Saturday shifts during peak seasonal volume periods
Clear potential to transition into a permanent, full-time position within a growing, reputable logistics company
Convenient warehouse location in Newmarket, Ontario, with accessible parking and transit options nearby