Forklift Loader

Role Objectives:

The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating material handling equipment to move, stage, and organize products within the warehouse. This role supports inbound, outbound, and inventory activities while ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational procedures. Preferred candidates will have experience operating sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, and reach trucks, and possess strong attention to detail for order accuracy.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Required: Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire.

• Preferred: Experience operating sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, and reach trucks.

• Basic math skills for counting and verifying quantities.

• Ability to understand and follow routing guides and customer-specific instructions.

• Minimum 1 year of forklift operation experience in a warehouse environment.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying warehouse conditions.

• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards related to heavy equipment operation and safety practices.

Core Competencies:

• Safety-focused mindset

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong time management and organizational skills

• Problem-solving and adaptability

Responsibilities:

Material Handling:

• Operate forklifts and other equipment such as pallet jacks, and clamps to load, unload, and transport products within the warehouse.
• Move pallets to designated storage locations and maintain proper stacking for safety and space optimization.

Order Pulling & Staging:

• Accurately pull orders based on routing guides and customer instructions.
• Stage products for outbound shipments according to schedule and compliance requirements.

Inbound & Outbound Support:

• Assist with receiving, staging, and shipping activities.
• Verify product counts and condition during handling.
• Utilize warehouse management software, and RF scanners for picking, inventory, and loading.

Inventory Accuracy:

• Support cycle counts and inventory audits by moving and organizing product as needed.
• Report any discrepancies or damaged goods to supervisors.

Safety & Compliance:

• Follow all OSHA and company safety guidelines for equipment operation.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the role. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Hours

Full time thru 3rd Party

7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Saturday work when needed

30-minute unpaid lunch break each day.

Salary Band

Hourly- $20.00 to $22.00 per hour

Physical Demands

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone and other office productivity machinery, may need to reach, stoop, kneel to access items

· Must be able to stand, walk, twist for an extended period of time

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to work requirements

· Heavy repeated lifting is required

· Frequently communicates with other employees and third-parties, must be able to speak clearly and exchange accurate information.

· Regular, predictable attendance is required

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Work Environment

· Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, printers and light traffic)

· Indoor warehouse environment with windows, bay doors; foot traffic within work areas

· Ability to walk for an extended period of time

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All Welcome

Just like the wide range and variety of brands, Moose embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin or on the basis of disability. If you require any assistance to be included in our process, please contact recruitment@moosetoys.com, quoting the job title and reference number.

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training
• Safety equipment provided

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22