forklift operator / cross-dock material handler.

Be the backbone of our regional supply chain in Edmonton. Every day, your precision and drive keep high-volume freight moving accurately, safely, and on time. Show up, deliver results, and turn this role into a permanent career with us.

Your Impact
Command Cross-Dock Freight: Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to offload, sort, and stage Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipments efficiently across a high-volume floor.

Maximize Trailer Space: Load outgoing trailers accurately to optimize space utilization and hit strict daily departure deadlines.

Verify Shipment Accuracy: Inspect incoming freight for damage, audit piece counts against shipping documents, and flag any discrepancies immediately.

Maintain Floor Safety: Keep your workspace clean, organized, and hazard-free while strictly adhering to site safety protocols.

Execute Manual Handling: Perform heavy physical tasks and manual lifting as needed during freight consolidation.

Advantages
Earn a competitive rate of $21.00 – $25.00/hour with stable, full-time hours ($21–$25/hr base depending on experience and shift).

Transition into a permanent role through a direct temp-to-perm pathway built on performance and attendance.

Unlock long-term career advancement opportunities within a supportive, safety-focused culture.

Access potential overtime earnings during peak operational periods.

Start working immediately with modern electric equipment in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities
Operate electric sit-down counterbalance forklifts to load, unload, move, and organize freight safely across a high-volume cross-dock.

Drive stand-up stock picker equipment to pick customer orders, stock loose pick bins, and return re-barcoded cases to high-bay storage.

Team up to receive and execute inventory put-aways during heavy delivery days (handling 800–1,200 cases as a unit).

Maintain complete operational accuracy by placing products in precise bin locations and verifying barcodes.

Execute daily and weekly warehouse cleaning duties to keep the facility safe, clear, and organized.

Follow all warehouse safety procedures and operational guidelines while collaborating closely with team members.

Qualifications
Hold a valid Forklift Operator Certification with proven experience in a fast-paced cross-dock or LTL environment.

Demonstrate the physical capability to comfortably lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet throughout the shift.

Commit to full-time availability for either the early morning (3:00 AM – 11:30 AM) or day (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM) shift.

Bring a track record of punctual attendance, acute safety awareness, and strong spatial awareness for tight loading spaces.

Possess reliable transportation to arrive consistently at the Edmonton facility for your scheduled shift.

Summary
If you're an experienced individual looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you, apply today! Apply directly through this ad or send your resume directly to the following consultants, stating the job role in the email subject line: Voir email sur randstad.com

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We are also committed to providing an accessible hiring process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know so we can work with you to meet your needs.

This is a general posting for future talent needs at Randstad. By applying, you agree to be added to our talent pool and may be contacted for a general screening as new positions arise

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to Voir email sur randstad.com to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process. show more