Job Description

Kinnikinnick Foods (

a division of English Bay Chocolate Factory ULC

). is one of the largest producers of gluten-free baked goods in North America.

Crafting safe and scrumptious gluten-free baking since 1991, also free from dairy, nuts, peanuts, and now soy. Family-owned, we're loved the world over by those with Celiac disease and on restricted diets.Share the Best Things in Life with your family and friends, free from risk and worry.

Position Summary:

We are currently recruiting a

Shipper / Forklift Operator

to join us in our K2 location in Edmonton at 12586 129 St

Reporting to the Warehouse Coordinator, the Shipper / Forklift Operator is responsible for the storage and flow of goods that are produced and then shipped off to distributors. Since perishable goods have a shelf life and must be moved in a timely fashion, the Shipper / Forklift Operator is also responsible for ensuring that the frozen products are rotated and organized in the freezer in a timely manner, so as to prevent code dating. The Shipper / Forklift Operator works as part of the Warehouse Team by palletizing, wrapping and documenting shipping transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensures all Company policies and procedures are met and maintained, including but not limited to: Operational Procedures, Health & Safety Standards, HACCP, BRC, Food Safety, Gluten Free and Kosher regulations and requirements. Completed daily safety checks on equipment and operates in a safe manner Keeps work area neat and tidy, cleans up after self Plans order building ahead of shipment dates, handling multi orders Places products in freezers according to schematic, moving older products to be most accessible and picked first Rotates/organizes stock to ensure expiry dates are sequential Performs inventory counts as needed, measuring discrepancies between spreadsheet estimations and actual counts of inventory on hand Checks all trucks for cleanliness, damage, temperature of trailer, product placement Assists other areas with lift operations, equipment usage Picks, palletizes, wraps and labels orders for shipment readiness Stocks and builds pallets in a manner that will ensure safe transport Completes all documentation necessary for shipment Ensures shipments are ready for carriers, eliminating delays and wait time charges

Qualifications and Skills Required:

Fluent written/verbal communications skills in the English Language Certification in transport equipment operation (forklifts, hand-jacks, power-jacks, high reach) Good mathematics, computer skills, accurate documentation skills Previous Shipping/Receiving training/experience an asset Ability to analyze, anticipate and forecast needs; plan ahead Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, plan workload Prioritizing work to meet the demands of the production floor Resourceful in finding solutions, using problem-solving skills Results-oriented, sense of urgency and deadline Team Player, works to support other areas and departments

Job Type

:

Permanent, Full-time

Pay:

$18.00-$20.00 per hour (based on experience)

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Store discount Wellness program

Schedule:

8.5 hour shift, 40 hour work week Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends

Shift:

6:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday to Friday (infrequent overtime may be required)

Ability to commute

:

Edmonton - reliably commute to 12586 129 St

Experience:

Food industry: 1 year (preferred) Forklift Operator: 1 year (required)

Language:

English (required)

Equipment Used:

Forklifts (stand-up & sit-down); power jacks, hand jacks, pallet wrappers, high reach

Come join our family of dedicated employees to find out why... Gluten Free has never tasted so good

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Store discount
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-30