Forklift Operator- Seasonal Contract

Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.
Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor the Forklift Operator is committed to providing the customer with the highest quality product in an efficient and cost effective manner. The Forklift Operator is responsible for monitoring and supplying production lines with raw materials, transporting full goods, picking orders and/or loading and unloading trucks.
Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas.
Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per quality standards and/or SQF requirements.
Operate forklifts and/or related machinery in a safe, efficient and productive manner.
To conduct trailer inspections, load full good trailers and off load Port–o-Pets.
To clean the shipping area as required including mopping the PIT area, 18” perimeter, emptying the garbage’s, emptying the cardboard bins and all other cleaning duties as assigned by Lead-hands.
Report to management any incidents, accidents or near misses suffered during the work shift.
To participate in, when requested, hazard assessments and analysis.
To bring to the attention of management and or Inventory Control, any discrepancies in inventory accuracy in the inventory management system SAP.
Active in assisting the site to continuously improve efficiency, performance, and reducing down time and waste.
Valid Forklift certification.
Approximately 3+ years in a fast moving packaged goods environment, beverage production experience preferred.
Solid understanding of production machinery/forklifts, including an awareness of technical issues.
Formal training in areas such as WHIMIS, HACCP, Hygiene etc. preferred.
3-5 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment
~ Experienced in SAP

Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight.
Refresco Canada Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:
Shift: Rotating Shifts (Day shift, Afternoon shift, Night shift)
As part of our commitment to efficiency and fairness in the hiring process, we utilize artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to assist in evaluating applications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, provincial, or local law.