Warehouse Associate / Counterbalance Operator

Warehouse Associate / Counterbalance Operator

Job Type: Full-Time
Payrate: 18$/hr
Timings: 8:00am- 4:00pm
Location: Mississauga, ON

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable, safety-conscious, and hardworking Warehouse Associate / Counterbalance Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurately picking, packing, preparing, and shipping customer orders while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.

The ideal candidate has counterbalance forklift certification, strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Pick and pack customer orders accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare orders for shipment using warehouse devices and WMS (Warehouse Management System) software.
• Safely operate a counterbalance forklift in accordance with workplace safety procedures.
• Load, unload, move, and organize products and materials within the warehouse.
• Lift and handle products weighing approximately 50–70 lbs.
• Shrink-wrap pallets and prepare products for safe transportation.
• Label, tape, and properly package shipments.
• Perform physical inventory counts and assist with inventory accuracy.
• Maintain accurate product placement and warehouse organization.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free from safety hazards.
• Follow all company policies, warehouse procedures, and health and safety regulations.
• Work effectively as part of a team while completing assigned tasks independently.
• Multitask, prioritize daily responsibilities, and manage time effectively.
• Maintain a positive, professional, respectful, and helpful attitude toward coworkers, customers, supervisors, and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Certification required.
• Previous warehouse, distribution, logistics, or fulfillment experience is an asset.
• Ability to safely lift and move 50–70 lbs.
• Good command of the English language, both verbal and written.
• Basic ability to use handheld warehouse devices, scanners, and WMS software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet productivity expectations.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and effectively manage time.
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-focused.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Required Safety Equipment

Candidates must have and wear the following required PPE:

• Safety Shoes
• High-Visibility Work Vest