Forklift Operator - Cold Storage


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Job Title: Forklift Operator - Cold Storage
Location: Florenceville-Bristol, NB, Atlantic Canada, Canada

Company: McCain Foods
Industry Sector: Food/Processing
Industry Type: Food & Beverage Products and Processing
Career Type: Operator/General Laborer
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: 26.17 CAD hourly
26.1700 HOUR

Job Description:

 

Requisition ID: 43165

 

Job Description

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

 
About the role.
The Forklift Operator / Order Picker plays a critical role in supporting the Florenceville Distribution Center operations by safely and efficiently handling materials and fulfilling orders. This role ensures product integrity, maintains safety standards, and contributes to operational excellence through adherence to established processes and performance targets.
 
What you’ll be doing.

  • Operate forklifts (including stand-up reach trucks) in a safe and defensive manner following “Info Link” guidelines
  • Perform order picking and material handling tasks to meet operational targets
  • Complete daily vehicle operator checklists to ensure equipment safety and reliability
  • Maintain housekeeping standards and support 5S practices within the work area
  • Follow forklift battery rotation procedures
  • Communicate operational changes, issues, or updates with team members and supervision
  • Complete required documentation, check sheets, and comply with standard work procedures
  • Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all safety protocols
  • Support departmental KPIs by meeting productivity and quality targets
  • Cross-train and perform various tasks across the department as required

 

What you’ll need to be successful.

  • Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
  • Forklift operator certification (or ability to obtain) for counterbalance and reach trucks
  • Knowledge of safe lift truck operation and proper driving procedures
  • Experience with WMS systems and forklift operations is an asset
  • Ability to lift approximately 20 kg
  • Strong attendance record and commitment to reliability
  • Good written, oral, and basic math skills
  • Self-motivated with strong observational skills and a positive attitude
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively with others
  • Flexibility to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, and adapt to changing schedules
  • Willingness to cross-train and take on different tasks as needed

 

About the team.

  • You will be part of the Florenceville Distribution Center team, working alongside forklift operators and warehouse associates in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. The team collaborates closely to meet production and distribution goals while maintaining high standards of efficiency, safety, and product quality.

 
About McCain.

  • Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide opportunities to make an impact that matters.

 
Leadership principles.
At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.
 
The McCain experience.
We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.
 

Compensation Package:  -  Starting at 26.17 CAD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts 

 

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy. 

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Job Post Date: 07/14/26
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