Cold Storage Warehouse Operator

Big Country Pet Co.•West Lincoln Township, ON

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Big Country Pet Co. is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Cold Storage Warehouse Operator to support material movement within our blast freezers and warehouse facilities. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient product flow, proper inventory placement, and strict adherence to FIFO (First In, First Out) protocols. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting production, shipping, and order fulfillment while operating material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner. This position operates in a temperature-controlled environment, including freezer conditions up to -18 degrees.

Requirements

Minimum 2–3 years of forklift and power walkie experience
Previous experience in warehouse operations, including order picking and packing
Valid forklift license (in-house certification considered an asset)
Ability to work in cold storage/freezer environments (-18°C)

Nice To Haves

Reach truck experience or license is an asset

Responsibilities

Safely move and store goods throughout the warehouse, including freezer and ambient zones
Retrieve and return skids of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods from racking up to 25–30 ft high
Maintain accurate stock rotation using FIFO practices
Perform order picking, down-stocking, and replenishment as required
Operate material handling equipment, including: Narrow aisle reach truck, Power walkie, Counterbalance forklift (as needed)
Conduct daily equipment inspections (circle checks) to ensure compliance with safety standards
Report equipment issues promptly to maintenance or supervisors
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Follow all Health & Safety and Food Safety policies and procedures
Work collaboratively with production and shipping teams to meet daily operational needs
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Warehouse Manager