Forklift Operator Virtual Hiring Event - Jobs in Rocky View County, AB

Job Description

Now Hiring – Forklift Operators

• 2345 Alyth Road SE, Calgary which is on a great bus route!

Shift: Monday to Friday

• 2:30 pm – 11:00 pm (shift premium is an additional $1.00 per hour)

Why Join UsAt Star Building Materials, our people make a difference. We offer an exciting place to build your career, with:

• Competitive compensation and group benefits (Extended health: medical, dental, vision plans; life and disability insurance; Employee and Family Assistance Plan)
• Educational assistance program
• Company matching RRSP/DPSP program
• Employee home purchase program
• Employee discounts.

Requirements

• Completion of middle school, must be able to read and write and perform basic math.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in forklift operation.
• Satisfactory verification of criminal record check.
• Physically able to kneel and crouch as well as lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous forklift training and certification is preferred.

Job OverviewReporting to the Yard Supervisor, as the Forklift Operator you will gather and move incoming and outgoing materials to their desired locations via the safe, accurate and efficient operation of forklift.Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Operating a diesel, electric or propane powered forklift to safely move goods.
• Assembling customer orders, shrink wrapping and packing to ensure proper packages for delivery. Inspecting and verifying finished shipping packages for accuracy and quality.
• Checking order lists, verifying product accuracy when loading and unloading shipments, and ensuring all documents are verified and forwarded. Indicating any products that are to be back ordered.
• Supplying production areas, such as joist and truss, with feedstock materials. Ensuring sufficient raw materials are available at the station in an organized manner.
• Checking product counts and assisting in conducting regular inventories.
• Performing regular inspection and maintenance of equipment, and reporting major mechanical problems when necessary.
• Working safely, promoting a safe work environment, and complying with Qualico’s Safety Program. Reporting safety violations when necessary.
• Assisting in training new employees when required.

Work ConditionsYou primarily work outside at our location at 2345 Alyth Road SE, Calgary which is on a great bus route!Work has exposure to noise from equipment/machinery and occupational hazards as well as dealing with inclement weather and dust. Overtime may occasionally be required.About UsStar Building Materials is an independent, wholly owned division of Qualico. The company is a leading provider of building materials, trusses, ready to move homes, and cottage and garage packages operating under the Star Building Materials, Star Ready to Move Homes and Star Truss brands. With over 50 years of experience, Star Building Materials is committed to providing reliable and innovative products and services. To learn more, click here.Qualico welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.Candidates being considered will be contacted. We thank you for your interest. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on job opportunities and to find out why we have the best reason to come to work every day.Technical requirementsAfter signing up, you will be sent an email with instructions on how to connect.Please be prepared to join the virtual interview from a quiet place using a desktop or mobile device with a working speaker, microphone, and camera. Check to see if your network connection can support an online session. A plugged-in ethernet cable or a strong WiFi network signal will help avoid time delays during your conversation.What to prepare

• Learn a bit about the company at https://www.starbuildingcalgary.ca/
• Have a paper copy of your resume ready so you can talk about your work experience.

Preferred dress codeCasual (come as you are, but please be presentable)About Star Building MaterialsStar Building Materials is an independent, wholly owned division of Qualico. Since 1958, Star Building Materials has sourced, manufactured, and supplied quality building materials to builders, developers, renovators, and homeowners. It is our mission to innovate within the construction industry, exploring new methods to help you reduce waste, increase efficiency, and manage project costs.None of this would be possible without people. We hire only the most forward-thinking, experienced, and passionate staff to serve your building needs. We care deeply about the quality of the products and service you receive, and we invest in our relationships both with our employees and our customers. We aim to reach beyond minimum standards of safety and environmental concerns.We serve our clients with some of the most innovative building solutions available, including framing and finishing materials, engineered wood floor systems, trusses, drywall, insulation, and a wide selection of related supplies.What is a virtual interviewVirtual interviews help employers connect with job seekers when theyre not in the same physical location. Since hiring is a human process, employers would like to talk with you online (chat, video, or phone) to see if you meet the requirements for the job.Quick Apply

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