What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Driver 8-hour (Warehouse - Westminster) position at IPL?
Who we are
IPL is a global leading sustainable packaging solutions provider that manufactures specialty rigid packaging products used in the food, consumer, agricultural, logistics and environmental markets. Sustainability is essential to the long-term success of our business. As a packaging company that develops plastic-based solutions for our customers, it is imperative that we meet the customer needs while being mindful of our operational impacts and the need to preserve our planet. We are committed to running our business responsibly and in ways that drive environmental, social and economic value for our stakeholders, including shareholders, customers, employees and local communities. We employ over 2,500 people in 17 manufacturing facilities, 2 corporate & sales offices and 3 R&D facilities across Canada, Europe, and the United States.
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Forklift Driver 8-hour (Warehouse - Westminster)
Responsibilities:
· Utilize a forklift and/or hand-jack to move product throughout the warehouse and to load and unload trucks.
· Pick and select items to be shipped and check quantities for accuracy.
· Utilize a handheld scanner for inventory control purposes.
· Complete customer orders by obtaining product from warehouse stock and deliver to the designated staging area.
· Apply labels to pallets prepared for shipment where necessary and maintain pick records of items for shipment.
· Unload delivery vehicles:
o Verify delivery quantities by comparing items received to the packing slips
o Visually inspect for shortages and notify management of discrepancies
o Move, lift, and carry, delivered items to appropriate areas and stock safely.
· Always maintain a neat and orderly work area.
· Always adhere to company safety policies.
Qualifications:
· Ability to read, speak, and understand English
· Ability to safely operate a forklift – certification provided on-site
· Reliability and good attendance is imperative
· Ability to work from written and verbal instructions
· Time management, planning, and organization skills
· Strong attention to detail
· Ability to work as a team and maintain good working relationships with co-workers
· Math aptitude – ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
· Prior work experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
