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Forklift operator

@ Randstad Canada

Burnaby, British Columbia

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Overview

Randstad Canada is hiring a Shipper/Receiver on a temporary contract in Burnaby, BC, until September 2026. The work covers receiving, picking, packing and shipping orders, managing inventory in an ERP system, and handling heavy freight. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, at $21.00 per hour.

Responsibilities:

  • Receive and ship materials and products accurately and safely
  • Pick, pack and label sales orders for outbound shipment
  • Manage bin locations and keep the warehouse organized
  • Unload incoming freight, including oversized items
  • Update inventory records in ERP systems

Requirements summary:

  • Eligible to work in Canada
  • Prior shipper/receiver or warehouse experience highly preferred
  • Certified on electric sit-down counterbalance forklift (SDCB)
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Reliable, punctual and committed to full-time hours until September 2026
  • Local availability to work on-site in Burnaby, BC

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Employer posting date
2026-08-21
First seen by our source
2026-10-10
Source record updated
2026-10-10

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week40
Scheduleday
SeasonalYes
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingWarehouse, Plant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 50 lb · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples, Women, People with disabilities, Racialized people, 2SLGBTQ+
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Performance bonus, Paid training

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Randstad Canada

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Full company description

As the Canadian leader in recruitment and HR, and one of Canada’s best places to work, we have a uniquely human approach to work. We deliver HR innovation with human interaction at its core. At the unique intersection of technology and humanity, we deliver data-driven insights coupled with a people-first experience that is inherently human. Human Forward. Learn more at www.randstad.ca.

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Reported office locations
  • 777 Bay Street, Suite 2000, PO Box 128, Toronto, ON M5G 2C8, CA
  • 525 Avenue Viger Ouest, Suite 501, Montréal, Quebec H2Z 1G6, CA
  • 4295 King St E, Suite 401, Kitchener, Ontario N2P 0C6, CA
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  • 244 Pall Mall St, Suite 400, London, ON N6A 5P6, CA
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  • 2305 111 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6J 5E5, CA
  • 5 Boulevard Mountain, Granby, Quebec J2G 9M5, CA
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  • 1809 Barrington St, CIBC Building, Unit 501, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3K8, CA
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  • 7655 Boulevard Newman, Suite 75, Montreal, Quebec H8N 1X7, CA
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Other recorded names
  • Randstad Canada
Specialties
  • HR Consulting
  • IT Recruitment
  • Engineering Recruitment
  • Staffing and HR
  • HR Services
  • Recruitment
  • HR Outsourcing
  • Temporary Hiring
  • Permanent Hiring
  • Recruiting
  • Permanent Jobs
  • Temp Jobs
  • Hiring Strategy
  • Human Resources
  • Staffing
  • Finding Jobs
  • Employer Branding
  • Jobs
  • and Contract Jobs
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Yes

As the Canadian leader in recruitment and HR, and one of Canada’s best places to work, we have a uniquely human approach to work. We deliver HR innovation with human interaction at its core. At the unique intersection of technology and humanity, we deliver data-driven insights coupled with a people-first experience that is inherently human. Human Forward. Learn more at www.randstad.ca.

FieldValue
IndustryStaffing and Recruiting
Company size501-1,000 employees
HeadquartersToronto, ON
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1997
SpecialtiesHR ConsultingIT RecruitmentEngineering RecruitmentStaffing and HRHR ServicesRecruitmentHR OutsourcingTemporary HiringPermanent HiringRecruiting
Open jobs on Jobsy9,428
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Job description
Are you a motivated professional looking for a consistent, rewarding full-time role this summer? Randstad is currently seeking a dedicated Shipper / Receiver for an exciting temporary position in Burnaby. As a global leader in talent solutions, Randstad connects workers with top employers across the country. Our recruiters are experts in manufacturing & logistics and will support you every step of the way, ensuring a smooth and successful placement.
What You Need to Know:

Position: Temporary role (until September)
Role: Shipper/Receiver
Location: Burnaby, BC
Pay Rate: $21.00
Monday to Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Requirements:
Must be eligible to work in Canada
Must be punctual, dependable, and able to commit to full-time hours

Advantages
Weekly pay deposits with 4% vacation pay added
Friendly work environment with a strong, supportive company culture
On-site training and orientation provided

Responsibilities
• Receiving and shipping all materials and products in an accurate, safe, and timely manner.
• Sorting material, stocking shelves, picking orders, packaging, and labeling materials within the manufacturing & logistics framework.
• Picking and preparing sales orders for outbound shipment, maintaining a 75% fulfillment and 25% replenishment workflow.
• Utilizing and managing bin locations effectively to ensure the warehouse remains highly organized.
• Pulling out products from skids, ensuring they are properly organized, staged, and put together to ship.
• Navigating ERP systems to manage inventory logs, track shipments, and update records.
• Cooperating closely with the inside team to put products away efficiently and safely.
• Assisting with the unloading of weekly logs containing multiple products, including oversized items.
• Practicing strict adherence to safe lifting techniques and general workplace safety guidelines.

Qualifications
• Prior experience as a Shipper / Receiver or in a general warehouse role is highly preferred.
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs comfortably and handle heavy inventory safely.
• Familiarity with manufacturing & logistics environments or industrial distribution settings.
• Experienced and certified on an electric Sit-Down Counterbalance (SDCB) forklift.
• Proven track record of reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to commit to the full duration of the contract from now until September 2026.
• Local availability to report for work on-site in Burnaby, BC.

Summary
If this sounds like the perfect job opportunity for you, look no further! Please reach out to [email protected].

We are also accepting referrals and offer a bonus that will put extra cash into your pocket- ask us about it to learn more.

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 [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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