Forklift Operator US - 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas.
• Responsible for adhering to food quality and food safety guidelines per Refresco, Customer and/or governing bodies (eg. SQF) standards.
• Load and unload raw materials from incoming trucks and transport them to designated areas. Validate quantities by use of Blind Count Sheets or SAP transactions on forklift computer.
• Use SAP database through Vehicle Mounted Units (VMUs) installed on forklifts.
• Load/unload trucks and perform all other warehouse functions within SAP using the forklift VMU.
• Operate powered industrial trucks (PITs) in a high‑paced environment and be in‑house forklift certified.
• Supply raw materials to the production lines as required.
• Perform pre‑trip forklift inspections and adhere to forklift battery or propane tank changing operations and safety procedures.
• Perform any other driving activities as directed by leadership.
• Clean/maintain work areas throughout the shift.
• Represent the company in a positive manner at all times.
• May have production machine operation duties.

• Capability to read and write job instructions in the specified acceptable language(s) for the location.
• Must be able to perform basic computer functions.
• Demonstrate basic operation of powered industrial trucks.
• Must be forklift certified by an approved Refresco trainer.

• Problem‑Solving:
  Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
• Technology:
  Familiarity with warehouse management software for tracking inventory and logistics.
• Technology:
  Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data.
• Cognitive:
  Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production.
• Safety and
  
  Risk Management:
  
  Participation in safety audits and inspections to ensure a safe working environment.

• High School Certification or equivalent (GED).
• 3+ years work experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

• Work Schedule:
  
  Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Work Environment:
  Operating in a fast‑paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise level requires hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised.

0% travel anticipated.

• Stand or sit for extended periods.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as required.
• Lifting 50 lbs (minimum 5 lbs). Frequently lift and carry items.
• Walking, driving a forklift, and climbing stairs or ladders as needed.
• Visual/sensory:
  Regular moderate attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Coordination and dexterity:
  Excellent hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment.
• Mental stress:
  Pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy and similar demands.

Pay Range: $17.58 – 20.00 per hour (depending on education and experience), plus eligibility for performance‑based bonuses based on company objectives.

Shift: 1

Status:
Non‑Exempt

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Short‑term disability and long‑term disability
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 5 Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off in accordance with applicable law
• Well‑being Benefit
• Discount and Total Reward Programs

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.