Forklift Operator

Morin Supply • Ottawa, ON

54d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded by the Morin Brothers in 1986, Morin Supply has since grown into a major distributor of specialty construction products and materials across the National Capital Region. Homeowners, contractors, engineers, and architects rely on us to source the products they need from the industry’s most respected manufacturers. We’ve always invested in our people, whose product knowledge, long-standing relationships, technical expertise, and commitment to collaboration has made the Morin name synonymous with trust and reliability.

We are now looking to expand our team! Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, reliable, hard-working and a team player.

At Morin Supply, we aim to be the easiest building supply company to deal with.

Requirements

• CSA Approved Steel-toed boots (8” high)
• 6 months to 1 year of Forklift experience
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to do basic math, read instructions and complete forms in a timely manner
• Communicate with customers, other employees and supervisors using verbal & written skills.
• Knowledge and ability to use safe lifting techniques.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment as prescribed in designated areas
• Strength (lift, carry, push and pull): Maximum lift, 100 lbs.; Frequently lift/carry up to 50 lbs
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, with manual dexterity and see (acuity, depth perception, field of vision, accommodation)
• Reach overhead to grasp materials.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Forklift Certification is considered an asset
• Valid Working at Heights Certification is considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Provide shipping and receiving support to customers for orders and returns.
• Assist other Yard/Forklift Operators with manually picking materials such as drywall, mud, tape, steel, and other building products.
• Operate a propane-powered counterbalance forklift to load and unload trucks as directed by the supervisor.
• Assist truck drivers with loading merchandise and materials, ensuring products are handled safely and securely to prevent damage.
• Assist truck drivers with unloading and processing returned merchandise, ensuring returned items are placed in the proper storage location and maintained in saleable condition.
• Unload incoming freight and verify quantities against purchase orders and shipping documentation.
• Complete required documentation, including order verification, receiving reports, and forklift inspection checklists.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard, warehouse, and work area.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner, following established safety procedures and remaining alert to unsafe conditions.
• Load customer orders accurately and safely.
• Maintain knowledge of inventory locations and product identification.
• Locate and pick the correct products by type, style, and quantity to accurately fulfill customer and transfer orders.
• Assist supervisors, coworkers, and other departments as required to support operational needs.
• Perform snow removal and salting duties as required during winter months.
• Conduct daily pre-operational forklift inspections and report any equipment deficiencies.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations.
• Be available to work one mandatory Saturday in July prior to the Civic Holiday weekend to support annual inventory activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs of the business.

Benefits

• Offers of employment may be subject to reference checks, verification of qualifications, and role-specific requirements such as driving record checks or safety certifications, where applicable.

What This Job Offers

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