Forklift Operator

Essential Job Functions

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and required PPE while in warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets, beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, safety gloves, 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 SAP transactions performed 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 (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.
• 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.
• 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 or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised.

• 0% travel anticipated.

• Stand or sit – frequent
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl – frequent
• Lifting 50 lbs. – frequent
• Carry weight, lift – frequent
• Walking – frequent
• Driving (forklift) – frequent
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance – frequent
• Visual/sensory: moderate attention required 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

• 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.

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Well‑being benefits
• Discount programs