day shift forklift operator.

Every day, our team keeps the fresh food supply chain moving seamlessly across Calgary to feed thousands of local families. We bring passion, safety, and precision to work every morning, taking pride in keeping the community nourished. If you are looking for year-round stability, 100% employer-paid benefits, and a real chance to grow into leadership, this is where your hard work builds a long-term career.

Schedule: Day Shift — Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (40 hours per week)

Pay Rate: $21.00 – $23.00/hr

Advantages
100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Extended Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, and EAP (after 3 months)

RRSP Matching up to 2% of gross earnings

2 weeks accrued/pro-rated paid vacation in your first year

On-site lockers, free parking, and clear career growth pathways into Lead Hand and Supervisor roles

Responsibilities
Assemble outbound food product orders with high accuracy using RF guns and paper pick sheets.

Safely maneuver Crown Reach Trucks across high double-deep racking, Sit-Down Counterbalance forklifts, and Ride-On Power Pallet Jacks.

Offload inbound freight, count shipments, inspect product and packaging integrity, and load outbound trailers.

Monitor reefer and product temperatures closely while maintaining strict HACCP, CFIA, and cleanliness protocols in cold storage areas.
Perform cycle counts, assist with inventory checks, and optimize product placement throughout the facility.

Qualifications
Bring 3+ years of hands-on experience operating Crown Reach Trucks (high double-deep experience preferred), Sit-Down Counterbalance forklifts, and Ride-On Power Pallet Jacks.

Hold a valid forklift certification, or bring an expired/in-house certification (we will happily re-certify you on-site).

Comfortable working in cold and refrigerated freezer environments ranging from 1°C to -23°C (34°F to -10°F). Full gear provided (freezer suit/jacket, bib/pants, balaclava, and gloves)!

Combine RF scanner/gun experience with strong communication and social skills.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs for hand-piling.
You bring your own CSA-approved steel-toe boots and warm base layers/beanie; we provide the rest.

Possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and access to reliable personal transportation for day shifts in SE Calgary.

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: View email address on 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 View email address on randstad.com to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process. show more