Forklift Operator

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider Applying Here, If You Want To be part of an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact, develop lasting relationships with great people, and build a satisfying career. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Forklift Operator

• Safely and efficiently operate motorized forklift to load and unload trucks, pull pallets of finished product from production lines, and place finished product in warehouse as directed by onboard WMS system.
• Move levers and press pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus.
• Unload and stack material by raising and lowering lifting device.
• Plan supply and material requirements by studying production schedule; schedule deliveries to production area.
• Retrieve supplies and materials by studying specifications; locate and verify supplies and materials; secure pallets on truck; move pallet to production location.
• Maintain inventory in production area by anticipating and tracking usage; monitor inventory by reporting discrepancies.
• Clear production area by securing and moving finished pallets; move empty pallets.
• Document actions by logging movements of supplies, materials and finished goods.
• Maintain a safe work environment by watching for foot traffic; following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Keep forklift operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventative maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Note:
  
  This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without prior notice.

• 0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 0 Years – Experience in Position
• 0 Years – Experience managing people/projects
• Experience may include a combination of work experience and education
• Proven ability to safely operate a sit-down motorized forklift
• Ability to navigate within a WMS system

• 2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 2 Years – Experience working in Position
• 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects

This position embodies Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on key drivers of success.

• Lead Like an Owner
  • Make safety the number one priority
  • Be alert for safety issues and escalate immediately
  • Prioritize tasks based on department goals
  • Show respect to others and confront interpersonal issues directly
  • Prioritize resolution of customer issues effectively
  • Respond promptly and honor commitments to internal and external customers
• InnovACT
  • Make recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
  • Demonstrate adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes
  • Increase performance through greater efficiency
• Find a Way
  • Develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
  • Understand interdepartmental impact of decisions and actions
  • Seek solutions rather than placing blame
• Empowered to be Great
  • Seek growth and development opportunities
  • Communicate clearly and promptly up, down, and across
  • Manage expectations effectively

• Minimum
  
  Required:
  
  
  • High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience
• Preferred:
  • Associate's Degree

• Required:
  
  Forklift certification

• Required:
  
  Minimum Professional Proficiency
• Preferred:
  Full Professional Proficiency

Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family. Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.

• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves
• Medical, including virtual care options
• Dental
• Visi…