Forklift Driver 3rd Shift

About Us

Finlays Solutions is a leading partner to the B2B beverage manufacturing industry, recognized for its deep expertise, strong industry relationships, and commitment to innovation. The company plays a central role in supporting beverage brands, flavor houses, private-label partners, and manufacturers through high-quality products, technical capabilities, and collaborative problem-solving. With a strong presence in the ready-to-drink beverage market, Finlays Solutions focuses on identifying emerging opportunities, expanding into new market spaces, and delivering solutions that meet evolving customer and consumer needs. Finlays Solutions operates with a strong commitment to its mission, values, ethics, and long-term goals, ensuring that every initiative reflects the company’s dedication to integrity, partnership, and sustainable success.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently; perform vehicle safety checks of the lifts and report discrepancies to supervisor.
• Always utilize proper radio etiquette consistent with CPS Values.
• Create pallet labels in inventory for production tracking.
• Use pallet jack to move packaging and finished goods around the Warehouse.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Maintain strong communication with all Departments.
• Assist in organizing and maintaining Warehouse area.
• Re-palletize finished goods when needed.
• Transfer pallets from Production to Warehouse for storage.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining proper written documentation.
• Follow and comply with all applicable plant policies, GMP’s, SOP’s, SSOP’s, SQF, safety procedures, and HACCP programs.
• Conduct all work in a safe and productive manner.
• Maintain a friendly and team-oriented attitude under normal and stressful circumstances.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 2+ years of stand-up forklift operating experience.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Great attention to detail.
• Ability to take feedback constructively and function in a team-oriented work environment.
• Fluent in English, including the ability to read documents such as SOP’s and operating manuals.
• Conceptual skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multitask.
• General knowledge of computers.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to ensure understanding of written procedures, safety instructions, technical documentation, and verbal communications.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and use of weights and measures.
• Comfortable using a calculator.
• Familiarity with basic computer systems and control interfaces.
• Basic understanding of food production and food safety principles is a plus.
• Team-oriented attitude; respectful, approachable, honest, dependable, and adaptable to change.
• Capable of resolving conflicts professionally.
• Able to prioritize tasks and remain productive under shifting demands.
• Follows both written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Highly motivated, reliable, and hands-on with a strong problem-solving mindset.
• Able to identify and address inconsistencies or quality issues with accuracy and precision.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours during peak periods or critical operations.
• Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills to meet essential job performance and safety standards.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly perform physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, and using hands for detailed tasks.
• Physically capable of performing tasks such as lifting, climbing, and using hand and power tools, including pallet jacks, scales, ladders, and standard material handling and cleaning equipment.
• Capable of safely lifting up to 55 pounds frequently throughout the day; ability to handle heavier items with proper lifting equipment or team-assisted techniques to ensure safety.

Work Environment

• Employees must be able to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment that may include exposure to odors, dust, moderate noise levels, and fluctuations in temperature and ventilation.
• Work environment may involve exposure to inclement weather.
• Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, which may include but is not limited to: safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves, hairnets, uniforms, and face shields, as required by specific job duties and safety protocols.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.