Material Handler Forklift Operator

• Location: St.Albans, West Virginia
• Type: Contract
• Job #14845

Summary

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Material Handler / Forklift Operator on behalf of our client for a six-month temporary assignment in St. Albans, West Virginia.

This is a hands-on warehouse and general labour role focused on loading and unloading trucks and moving heavy industrial material, including pipe, large valves, steel, and large pallets of filters. The successful candidate will have substantial counterbalance forklift experience, including recent experience operating equipment rated at 8,000 lb or higher.

The role works within a small team under the direction of a foreman. When trucks are not being loaded or unloaded, the position supports general warehouse work such as putting material away, cleaning the facility, and assisting with cycle counts.

Location: St. Albans, West Virginia
Job Type: Six-month temporary assignment
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with minimal overtime

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down counterbalance forklift to move heavy industrial material throughout the facility.
• Load and unload trucks carrying pipe, large valves, steel, large pallets of filters, and similar materials.
• Safely handle heavy and varied loads using forklifts rated at 8,000 lb or higher.
• Put away and organize incoming warehouse material.
• Physically assist with warehouse cycle counts.
• Perform general warehouse cleaning and housekeeping between deliveries.
• Work closely with the foreman and a small warehouse team.
• Follow site safety requirements and safe material-handling practices.

Qualifications

Must-Haves

• Four years of total counterbalance forklift experience in a warehouse environment.
• At least 12 months of hands-on experience operating an 8,000 lb rated capacity forklift.
• Recent hands-on forklift experience, including forklift operation in at least one of the last two roles.
• Experience loading and unloading trucks and handling heavy, varied material, such as pipe, large valves, steel, or large pallets. Experience limited to light pallets of approximately 1,000 lb or less does not meet the requirement.
• Current forklift certification or the ability to satisfy site qualification requirements before starting.
• Reliable transportation and ability to commute to the St. Albans facility.
• Strong attendance and safety record.
• Ability to meet required pre-employment background and drug and alcohol screening requirements.
• Eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice-to-Haves

• 24 months or more of experience operating an 8,000 lb rated capacity forklift.
• Experience operating forklifts rated above 8,000 lb.
• Heavy industrial warehouse experience moving pipe, valves, steel, or similar materials.
• Warehouse management software such as SAP is a strong asset. 

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team’s extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com
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