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We are seeking a dedicated, safety-conscious Warehouse Operator – Forklift to join our team in Oshawa supporting the daily storage and distribution of high-quality dairy products across Canada.

In this role, you will safely operate Crown/Raymond reach forklifts, dock stockers, walkies, and stackers while handling shipping, receiving, auto-palletizer operation, and SAP inventory logging. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a condensed 4-day workweek, steady wage progression, in-house machinery recertification, and full health and retirement benefits.

Advantages
Competitive Pay & Guaranteed Increases: Start at $24.00 per hour with a structured $1.00/hr increase every 2,000 hours worked.

4-Day Condensed Workweek: Complete your full 40 hours across 4 ten-hour shifts (3:30 PM – 2:00 AM), giving you 3 days off each week.

Permanent Full-Time Placement: Stable, year-round employment with a reputable, globally recognized food manufacturing leader.

In-House Recertification: Maintain and upgrade your credentials with on-site forklift recertification.

Full Benefits Package: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, RRSP matching program, and 2 weeks of paid vacation.

Perks & Facility Amenities: Tuition reimbursement program, international mobility opportunities, team celebrations/BBQs, pizza days, and a large employee lunchroom featuring vending amenities and a second-floor patio.

Responsibilities
Forklift & Material Handling: Safely operate Crown Reach forklifts, Raymond Reach trucks, Dockstockers, walkies, and stackers across active distribution areas.

Auto-Palletizer Operation: Set up, run, and perform routine wash-downs on auto-palletizer equipment to maintain smooth production output.

Zone Inventory Transfers: Move goods between designated warehouse temperature zones, directing stirred dairy lines to cold storage and set-style goods to hot tunnels.

ERP & Order Tracking: Log product movements and quality checks accurately into SAP in real time; verify barcodes and pallets using RF scanners.

Shipping, Receiving & Dock Operations: Wrap skids, operate dock plates, manage trailer staging, and inspect pallets for damage to prevent equipment jams.

Food Safety & Compliance: Maintain clean workstations, operate floor scrubbers, and adhere strictly to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Food Safety standards, WHMIS, and OHSA guidelines.

Qualifications
Forklift Experience: Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience operating Crown or Raymond Reach forklifts; experience with dock stockers, walkies, or stackers is an asset.

Warehouse Experience: At least 1 year of recent experience working in a fast-paced warehouse, logistics, or food/beverage production facility.

Technical Skills: Hands-on proficiency with RF scanners and familiarity with digital inventory tracking systems (SAP experience preferred).

Compliance Knowledge: Working familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), food safety protocols, and WHMIS standards.

Physical Capabilities: Comfortable lifting and moving up to 20 kg (approx. 45 lbs) consistently throughout a 10-hour shift.

Education & Communication: Grade 12 high school diploma or equivalent; strong verbal and written English communication skills and basic math aptitude.

Availability: Full availability to commit to 10-hour afternoon shifts (3:30 PM – 2:00 AM) across any 4 assigned days of the week, including weekends.

Summary
A permanent, high-paying career opportunity in Oshawa offering a 4-day work schedule, long-term stability, guaranteed pay progression, and comprehensive company benefits.

To apply for immediate consideration, please submit your updated resume, a copy of your forklift license, and a piece of valid photo ID to:

Please Note: 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 to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.