Night Shift Warehouse/ Forklift Operator

Keep Calgary’s supply chain moving seamlessly while the rest of the city sleeps. Joining our team in SE Calgary means taking ownership of high-stakes cold storage logistics, operating critical machinery safely, and playing a key role in keeping essential goods on the move. If you thrive in an active night shift environment and take pride in precision warehouse execution, this is your place to make an impact.

Shift Details:
Training Week (Days): Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (First 1–2 weeks).

Permanent Shift (Nights): Monday to Friday, 8:00 PM – 4:30 AM.

Hourly Rate: $21.00 – $23.00/hr



Advantages
Why Join Our Team?
We are a premier distribution and logistics leader specializing in refrigerated and frozen food products. We offer a stable, full-time opportunity with continuous year-round work, excellent employer-paid benefits, and strong potential for long-term career advancement into leadership roles (Lead Hand / Supervisor pathways).

Competitive Benefits & Perks:

100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Comprehensive Extended Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) after 3 months.

RRSP Matching: Company match up to 2% of gross earnings.

Paid Vacation: 2 weeks accrued/pro-rated in your first year

Gear Provided: Freezer suit/jacket, bib/pants, balaclava, gloves, and lockers provided on-site.

Free On-Site Parking.

Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Order Picking & Assembly: Assemble outbound food product orders accurately using RF Guns and paper pick sheets.

Forklift Operations: Safely operate Crown Reach Trucks (high double-deep racks), Sit-Down Counterbalance forklifts, and Power Pallet Jacks (Ride-on).

Shipping & Receiving: Offload inbound shipments, count freight, inspect product/packaging integrity, and load outbound trailers.

Cold Storage Maintenance: Monitor product and reefer temperatures, ensuring adherence to strict food safety (HACCP / CFIA) and cleanliness standards.

Inventory Control: Assist with inventory checks, cycle counts, and proper product placement.

Qualifications
Certified Operator: Hold active certifications and bring 3+ years of hands-on experience operating sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, and ride-on pallet jacks.

Tech-Savvy: Possess direct working knowledge and experience with RF scanners/inventory systems.

Cold-Storage Ready: Comfortable working full-time in a cold storage warehouse climate.

Reliably Mobile: Equipped with reliable transportation to reach SE Calgary consistently for the 8:00 PM – 4:30 AM shift schedule.

Strong Communicator: Bring strong social and interpersonal skills to collaborate seamlessly with your team.

Summary
If you're an experienced individual looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you, apply today! Apply directly through this ad or send your resume directly to the following consultants, stating the job role in the email subject line: graciela.toribio@randstad.ca

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We are also committed to providing an accessible hiring process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know so we can work with you to meet your needs.

This is a general posting for future talent needs at Randstad. By applying, you agree to be added to our talent pool and may be contacted for a general screening as new positions arise

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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