Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator at Refresco North America summary:

Operate powered industrial trucks (forklifts) in a fast-paced beverage manufacturing warehouse to load/unload trucks, supply raw materials to production lines, and perform inventory and SAP VMU transactions while following GMP, food safety, and site health & safety procedures. Perform forklift pre-trip inspections, battery/propane handling, basic machine operation, and routine area cleaning, with occasional production machine duties and required in-house forklift certification.

Role requires basic computer skills, high school diploma (preferred 3+ years manufacturing experience), shift flexibility, and ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs in a noisy production environment.

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and adhere to the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts).
• Responsible for adhering to food quality and food safety guidelines per Refresco, Customer and/or governing bodies (ex. 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 use of SAP transactions performed on forklift computer.
• Ability to 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.
• Ability to operate powered industrial trucks (PIT’s) 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.
• Represents 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.
• Must demonstrate the basic operation of powered industrial trucks.
• Must be forklift certified by an approved Refresco trainer.

• Problem-Solving
  
  Skills:
  
  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 / and or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised.

• 0% travel anticipated.

• Stand or Sit
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Lifting 50 lbs. (minimum lbs. lifted 5lbs)
• Carry weight, lift
• Walking
• Driving (forklift)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance
• Visual/Sensory – This position requires regular need to give 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 – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy and or similar demands.

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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

Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Paid Time Off
• Well-being…