Forklift Operator Union

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based, innovative, and seek out new challenges.

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 (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).
• Adhere to food quality and food safety guidelines per Refresco, Customer, and/or governing bodies (e.g., 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 (PITs) in a high-paced environment and maintain in-house forklift certification.
• 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 and maintain work areas throughout the shift.
• Represent the company in a positive manner at all times.
• May have production machine operation duties.

Requirements

• Capability to read and write job instructions in the specified acceptable language(s) for the location.
• Ability to perform basic computer functions.
• Demonstrate basic operation of powered industrial trucks.
• Forklift certified by an approved Refresco trainer.
• High School Certification or equivalent (GED).
• 3+ years of work experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Skills

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
• Technology: Familiarity with warehouse management software for tracking inventory and logistics; 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.
• Coordination and Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment.

Working Conditions

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoons, evenings, overnights, and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Work Environment: Fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise level requires hearing protection; temperatures can vary from very hot to relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised.
• Travel Requirements: 0% travel anticipated.

Physical Requirements

The following physical demands are required for this role:

• Stand or Sit: Frequently
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Occasionally
• Lifting 50 lbs. (minimum 5 lbs.): Frequently
• Carry weight, lift: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Driving (forklift): Frequently
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance: Occasionally
• Visual/Sensory: Moderate attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Mental Stress: Pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy, or similar demands.

Other Duties

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