Forklift Operator - Contract

Lush Handmade Cosmetics • Toronto, ON

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the transport, retrieval, and storage of pallets within the warehouse/facility. You will be accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and will be required to perform general warehouse duties. This role focuses on delivering a high level of service to our production rooms/distribution centre by delivering the materials and product on a timely manner and maintaining a safe and well-organized warehouse/facility. As a Forklift Operator, you bring Lush’s Leadership Practices into all elements of your business: Be Real, Be Curious, Lead Fearlessly, Adapt and Evolve, Grow Talent, and Live with Purpose.

Requirements

• Able to perform all required general labour duties (Distribution Associate, Production Assistant)
• Able to do physical work for 8-hour shifts, on your feet and lift 50 pounds
• Capable of physical activities such as standing for long durations, bending down, pulling, and pushing
• Flexibility to work within the Distribution, Digital, and Manufacturing businesses as required
• Can operate basic warehouse equipment (picking carts, handheld scanners, pump-trucks, etc.)
• Able to organize multiple tasks at the same time and establish priorities
• Able to remain motivated and engaged in work
• Able to communicate effectively with others
• Able to work in a team environment as well as individually
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Confident with basic mathematics, ability to count, including addition and subtraction
• Reliable, consistent attendance, punctual, and dependable
• Comfortable with reading, writing, and speaking English in order to communicate with peers and leadership on all platforms (i.e. in person, via email, via Google/Teams chat)
• Comfortable providing and receiving feedback
• Flexible to work all shifts and some holidays, overtime, and weekends
• Commitment to abide by and oversee health & safety regulations
• Commitment to abide by and oversee our quality and good manufacturing practices
• Comfortable safely navigating MHE on a regular basis

Nice To Haves

• Relevant work experience for at least 1 year
• Valid forklift certification(s)
• Practical knowledge of health & safety regulations
• Experienced with using counterbalance forklifts
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Basic proficiency of Microsoft Dynamics AX
• Experienced with using reach trucks and counterbalance forklifts

Responsibilities

• Practice safe work and identify unsafe situations to the appropriate individuals
• Operate forklift and material handling equipment safely and efficiently, ensuring to conduct a pre-driving inspection before use
• Transport materials in accordance with set standards
• Log issues with the forklift and report to supervisors
• Identify and report faulty or damaged racking immediately to supervisors, log issues with forklift and report to supervisors
• Perform water maintenance on forklift when required
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts or material handling equipment when required
• Deliver materials to the appropriate location
• Ensure all materials and skids have the correct labels and information
• Shipping duties, including building, and wrapping pallets, stocking raw materials
• Retrieve and deliver materials and moulds as required for production ensuring appropriate and accurate labelling of all items being stored
• Use a handheld scanner to transfer inventory efficiently, while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Stock and replenish shelves, racks, cases, and bins in accordance with the FIFO method
• Warehouse: general physical activities in the warehouse, including but not limited to: loading, unloading, sorting, and moving of products and materials
• Production: general production duties including, but not limited to, producing high quality Lush products, fill/pour/press/pack/label product accurately, keeping up with production demands
• Assist Inventory Controllers with inventory counts and inventory organization
• Conduct daily inventory counts, product rotation checks, investigate and reconcile inventory issues
• Basic tasks in AX, such as inputting information
• Supports new or returning staff as required with onboarding, demonstrations of daily duties and responsibilities while ensuring safety and SOP guidelines are being followed
• Adhere to room/departmental and company policies and best practices for quality, cleanliness, and health and safety
• Perform general housekeeping and equipment cleaning duties

Benefits

• Inclusive working atmosphere where diversity and individuality are valued and celebrated
• Up to 50% off our products both online and at our retail locations
• Boot reimbursement after 30 days of active employment for new staff towards CSA approved safety boots (up to $150 CAD)
• Immediate eligibility for our company-wide bonus program
• Team appreciation events
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• A growing, dynamic business where personal development is encouraged
• Complimentary coffee/tea/water in the employee lunchrooms
• Gender neutral restrooms and changing rooms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed