Forklift Driver - Kent

Who We Are

Talking Rain Beverage Company creates better‑for‑you beverages featuring great flavors and colors from natural sources. Our iconic brands include Sparkling Ice, Sparkling Ice Caffeine, Sparkling Ice Energy, and Popwell. We value diversity, practice inclusivity, and invest in our people with benefits and development opportunities.

What You’ll Do

The Plant Operations team turns ideas into reality by ensuring our refreshing, flavorful beverages are bottled safely and on time. As a Forklift Driver you will support the supply chain by efficiently collecting, loading, shipping, and receiving warehouse products.

Responsibilities

• Operate all forklift equipment safely and help complete accurate shipping, receiving inventory, and record‑keeping duties
• Perform all pre‑flight inspections on forklift equipment
• Manage proper product consolidation and rotation in the warehouse, adhering to FIFO at all times
• Stack products safely, precisely, and according to standards
• Perform cycle count, inbound receipt, and outbound sales orders using an RD scanner
• Strictly follow all dock safety procedures and ensure loads are locked when in use
• Maintain GMP and housekeeping standards by proactively keeping work areas clean and putting away raw materials, pallets, and finished goods when not in use
• Assist in inventory cycle counting
• Ensure food safety, quality, and SQF practices are followed at all times, notifying the manager of any issues
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Minimum of one (1) year of forklift driving experience; warehouse experience preferred
• WMS experience is a plus
• Ability to accommodate overtime, occasional other shifts, and weekends
• Ability to lift 20 lb occasionally
• Safety‑sensitive role with responsibility for personal and others’ safety

Pay

Base hourly rate: $22 per hour plus shift differential for hours worked outside of first shift. Discretionary bonus potential up to $900 bi‑annually, eligibility based on plant and company profitability.

Schedule

Location: Onsite at our Preston, WA plant, 5 days a week.
Core hours: Monday – Friday, 6 AM – 2:30 PM (start and end times may change due to business needs).
Occasional overtime paid at 1.5× the hourly rate.

Benefits

• Three weeks of vacation per calendar year, with an additional week accruing based on tenure
• Six weeks of paid parental leave for FMLA‑qualifying employees
• Flexibility stipend for eligible employees (e.g., phone, internet, remote‑work expenses)
• Relocation assistance when available
• Carpool mileage reimbursement (minimum twice per week)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and matched contributions
• Fitness reimbursements and access to an on‑site gym with a personal trainer twice per week
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (including a free plan for employees)
• Vehicle programs for sales roles: mileage reimbursement, company car, or stipend