Order Picker/ CON Forklift (Days)

About the role

At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We're a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. Every item you pick, scan, pack, and ship safely plays a role in getting the right products to our stores and into the hands of Canadians who rely on us. We're looking for team members who are motivated, reliable, and ready to contribute to meaningful work every day. If you're looking for hands-on work in a supportive, safety-focused environment, this opportunity is for you. This posting represents a current opportunity at Giant Tiger. Job Title Order Picker/ CON Forklift (Days) About This Role: Giant Tiger Wholesale is looking to hire a permanent Hybrid Order Picker/CON Forklift Operator for our new, fully automated 660,000 square foot distribution centre in Johnstown, ON! Do you want to learn more about what a career looks like with Giant Tiger Wholesale? Paste this link in your browser and check out our video here: https://youtu.be/fdz66L7FBgU

Responsibilities

• Order Picker Accountabilities:
• Pick orders to supply over 260 Giant Tiger stores across Canada with their inventory
• Pile various sized boxes onto skids ensuring safe, secure, and accurate piles
• Lift boxes repeatedly with a weight range of 1-50 pounds while maintaining strict Health and Safety guidelines
• Drive an electric double pallet truck around the warehouse to fulfill orders with a focus on safe and efficient operation
• Identify and match picked skids with outbound licence plate numbers (OLPNs) provided with the order
• Certify accuracy for all picked inventory and ensure orders are ready for shipment within set deadlines
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area
• Support other departments as directed by the supervisor
• CON Forklift Operator Accountabilities:
• Drive Narrow Aisle and High Bay Reach trucks through high trafficked areas to service Order Pickers and VNA Forklift Operators with a focus on safe and efficient operation
• Follow Warehouse Management System directions and supervisor directions to replenish and put away in both conventional and symbotic racking areas
• Identify SKU number and quantity to accurately scan and put away items from one location to another
• Identify and account for damages by moving damaged cases to the designated area
• Maintain a daily productivity count
• Support other departments when necessary as directed by the supervisor

Requirements

• Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety and complies with Ontario Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) standards
• Capable of standing, walking, climbing stairs and repetitively lifting heavy objects throughout shift
• Comfortable in a noisy, fast-paced environment
• Punctual, adaptable, and spatially aware of surroundings
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• Completion of High School
• Basic math and PC skills
• As part of your onboarding, you will be required to complete three days of paid machine training and successfully obtain in-house certification. Successful machine certification is a mandatory condition of employment as it is an occupational requirement.
• Assets You May Have:
• Experience with Voice Picking or Manhattan Warehouse Management System
• Experience driving an electric double pallet truck, forklift, or similar machine
• Experience in a warehouse environment
• Class G2 or higher driver's license
• Positive attitude
• When You'll Work:
• Wednesday - Saturday, 6:00am - 4:30pm
• In this role, you will perform the Order Picker role on Wednesday & Thursday and perform the CON Forklift Operator role on Friday & Saturday .
• Giant Tiger is proud to offer a Total Rewards package designed to support your financial security, health, and career growth. This includes competitive compensation for all employees, as well as retirement savings support and comprehensive well-being benefits for our permanent team members.
• Hourly Rate
• $19.43
• What Giant Tiger Offers:
• Retirement Support : We automatically contribute 6% of your annual earnings to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan account for you, fully funded by the company for all permanent, full-time employees.
• Health Benefits and Paid Time Off : Access to our flexible, cost-shared health and dental benefits plan (available after 3 months of full-time work) and annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days.
• Career Growth: Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long-term ca

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