Seasonal Forklift Operator

Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company focusing on healthy hydration.

Are you looking for an exciting seasonal opportunity? Primo Brands is looking for Seasonal Forklift Operators to support customer demand. This role is full-time during our "busy season" which will vary year to year. If you would like to have some extra income, please read on.

Factory

Location:

Zephyrhills, FL

Compensation: $21.00 / hour

Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate shift differential paid for applicable hours worked

Shifts: 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM on the 2-2-3-2 rotational schedule

Ability to work weekends and holidays per business needs

• 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, change over, 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.

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• 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.
• Solid computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and the use of warehouse management systems (WMS) and business management software, SAP preferred.
• 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.
• Ability to move/lift 50 lbs various times over a 12‑hour shift, basic math and reading skills.
• Willingness to work holidays and weekends as we are a 24/7 business operating through most weekends and holidays.
• Ability to successfully complete an online skills assessment prior to onsite interview.
• Willingness and ability to work in a warehouse with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hot and cold).
• A valid driver's license, with no major driving offenses in the last 3 years including DUI/DWI, reckless driving, refusal to test, leaving the scene, driving a commercial vehicle without a CDL, or at‑fault fatal incident.

Seasonal assignments offer valuable work experience at a leading beverage company. Also, if opportunities exist at the end of the assignment, you can be considered for this position with Primo Brands. Individuals in temporary and seasonal assignments are not eligible for all company benefits.

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 is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Aff… We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.