Seasonal Forklift Operator

Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

Factory Location
:
Cabazon, CA
Compensation
: $22.35 / hour
Shift differential
: 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked

Available Schedules
:

Sunday
- Thursday

Sunday: 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Monday
- Thursday: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Monday
- Friday

Monday
- Friday: 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Must be able to work weekends and holidays based on business needs.

Seasonal Benefits: Sick time Employee discounts 401K with a 5% match

Safely operate a forklift to move raw materials or finished products to the warehouse or onto trucks for distribution to customers

Complete pre
-trip inspections and maintain energy source for lift

Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance on palletizing equipment

Conduct hourly quality checks and inspect full goods and pallets or other raw materials as needed

Complete and maintain quality, inventory and preventative maintenance documentation

Use scanning equipment to ensure accurate tracking of inventory within the facility

Work as a team with other forklift drivers to prevent line stoppages and improve operations

Maintain work area in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

Monitor and track equipment downtime, equipment output and other key metrics

Meet or exceed performance goals, including pallets/labor hour, line loading and truck turn time

Interact with production and warehouse team members, quality control and maintenance to maximize output and efficiency

Cross train to perform other lift and off lift activities as required

Provide vacation coverage to team members

Valid Drivers License

Two or more years prior forklift experience with a solid safety record, ideally in a fast-paced forklift environment

Prior exposure to manufacturing desired, preferably the food or beverage industry with knowledge of GMPs

Demonstrated sense of urgency and comfort working in a fast-paced forklift environment

Ability to work independently or with a team with solid communication skills

Solid problem solving and decision-making skills

Willingness to work holidays and weekends as we are a 24/7 business operating through most weekends and holidays. Shifts will be assigned after hire and maybe dayshift or night shift.

Must be willing to work 12-hour shifts and work on days off if necessary.

Willingness and ability to work in a warehouse with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hot & cold)

Excel/Windows experience, need ability but can be trained on SAP programs.

Basic computer navigation skills or show ability and desire to be trained in this skill.

Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill.

At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.

Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affi...