Forklift Operator (Evenings)

Giant Tiger•Johnstown, ON

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Giant Tiger Wholesale is seeking a Forklift Operator for their 660,000 square foot distribution centre in Johnstown, Ontario. This role is crucial in helping Canadians save more every day by ensuring products are safely picked, scanned, packed, and shipped to stores. The company is a Canadian institution with over 60 years of success, rooted in its communities. They are looking for motivated, reliable team members ready to contribute to meaningful work in a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Requirements

Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety and complies with Ontario Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) standards
Capable of sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, and lifting heavy objects throughout shift
Comfortable in a noisy, fast-paced environment
Punctual, self-motivated, attention to detail and spatially aware of surroundings
Basic math and PC skills
Complete three days of paid machine training and successfully obtain in-house certification (mandatory condition of employment)

Nice To Haves

Experience in a warehouse environment
Experience with a Warehouse Management System
Experience operating a forklift or similar machine
Positive attitude
Class G2 or higher driver’s license

Responsibilities

Drive Narrow Aisle and High Bay Reach trucks through high trafficked areas to service Order Pickers and VNA Forklift Operators with a focus on safe and efficient operation
Follow Warehouse Management System directions and supervisor directions to replenish and put away in both conventional and Symbotic racking areas
Identify SKU number and quantity to accurately scan and put away items from one location to another
Identify and account for damages by moving damaged cases to the designated area
Maintain a daily productivity count
Support other departments, when necessary, as directed by the supervisor

Benefits

Competitive Compensation: The expected pay rate for this position is listed above, and Giant Tiger offers guaranteed increases based on cumulative hours worked. Overnight shifts and working in our cold storage location qualify for hourly premiums, further increasing your earning potential.
Retirement Support: We automatically contribute 6% of your annual earnings to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan account for you, fully funded by the company for all permanent, full-time employees.
Health Benefits and Paid Time Off: Access to our flexible, cost-shared health and dental benefits plan (available after 3 months of full-time work) and annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days.
Career Growth: Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long-term career. If you're looking for a place to grow and take on new challenges, you've found it.
Store Discount: Enjoy savings at Giant Tiger stores with 20% off children’s, men’s, and ladies’ apparel and footwear, and 10% off health and beauty, grocery, toys, and housewares purchases, applied at the point of sale.
Overnight Shift Premium $2.00/hour (if applicable)
24/7 on-site gym access
24/7 on-site Micro Market
Recognition program that celebrates great work with monetary rewards and other perks
Annual allowance for CSA-approved safety footwear
Parental leave wage top-up
Company-paid machine training and certification
Great Culture & Work-Life Balance: Be part of an amazing team that values safety, connection, and fun, with company-sponsored events throughout the year and a strong commitment to work-life balance. Our static, non-rotating shifts make it easy to plan your life with consistency and peace of mind.