Forklift Operator – Cross Dock / LTL Operations
Galaxy Freightline Inc. – Mississauga, ON
Job Overview
Galaxy Freightline Inc. is a growing transportation and logistics company specializing in LTL, FTL, cross-docking, and time-sensitive freight solutions across Canada. We are looking for experienced Forklift Operators to join our warehouse team in Mississauga.
The successful candidates will play a key role in our daily cross-dock operations by safely and efficiently loading and unloading trailers, sorting LTL freight, staging shipments, and ensuring freight moves through our facility accurately and on schedule.
This position is ideal for individuals who take pride in safe equipment operation, understand the importance of freight accuracy, and enjoy working in a fast-paced transportation environment.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate forklifts, including counterbalance and/or reach equipment, to load and unload trailers
- Perform cross-dock operations including receiving, sorting, staging, and transferring freight
- Load outbound trailers according to delivery routes, freight requirements, and proper weight distribution
- Unload inbound trailers and accurately stage freight for outbound shipments
- Verify freight labels, shipment information, and piece counts
- Assist with LTL freight consolidation and shipment preparation
- Handle freight carefully to prevent damage
- Properly stage and organize freight within designated warehouse areas
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures
- Report damaged freight, shortages, or discrepancies to supervisors
- Work closely with Drivers, Warehouse Supervisors, Operations, and Customer Service teams
- Assist with trailer and dock organization as required
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve warehouse efficiency and service levels
Qualifications
- Minimum 2-3 years of forklift operating experience in a warehouse, transportation, or cross-dock environment
- Experience working in an LTL, trucking, or logistics environment considered an asset
- Valid forklift certification required
- Ability to safely operate equipment in a busy transportation facility
- Experience loading and unloading trailers preferred
- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately identify and handle freight
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively as part of a team
- Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
- Ability to lift, move, and handle freight as required
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
What We Offer
- Competitive wages based on experience
- Stable full-time employment with a growing Canadian transportation company
- Consistent hours and steady work environment
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within our warehouse and operations teams
- Safety-focused workplace where employees are valued
- Benefits package
Schedule
Full-Time Positions Available – Hiring for Both Day and Afternoon Shifts
Day Shift:
Monday to Friday
6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Afternoon Shift:
Monday to Friday
3:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Overtime may be required based on operational needs.
Why Join Galaxy Freightline?
At Galaxy Freightline, our warehouse team is a critical part of our success. Every shipment that moves through our facility represents a commitment we have made to our customers. Our forklift operators are not simply moving freight — they are ensuring our customers receive accurate, safe, and on-time service across Canada.
If you are an experienced forklift operator who understands transportation, enjoys a fast-paced environment, and wants to be part of a growing team, we want to hear from you.
Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Mississauga, ON L4T 3M6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- How many years of forklift operating experience do you have in a warehouse, trucking, or cross-dock environment?
- Describe your experience loading and unloading trailers and handling LTL freight.
- What steps do you take to ensure freight is handled safely and accurately?
- What does safe forklift operation mean to you in a busy transportation warehouse?
- What interests you about joining Galaxy Freightline and working in a transportation environment?
Experience:
- Forklift: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
