Forklift Operator US (Overnights)

About the Role

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. As the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, we serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National, and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. We are solutions-based, innovative, and continually seek new challenges—this ethos drives our success and defines our people.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in warehouse or production areas (e.g., hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard-toe/slip-resistant shoes, safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts).
• Follow food quality and safety guidelines per Refresco, customer, and/or governing body (e.g., SQF) standards.
• Load and unload raw materials from incoming trucks and transport them to designated areas.
• Validate quantities using Blind Count Sheets or SAP transactions via forklift-mounted Vehicle Mounted Units (VMUs).
• Operate powered industrial trucks (PITs) in a high-paced environment; maintain in-house forklift certification.
• Supply raw materials to production lines as required.
• Perform pre-trip forklift inspections and adhere to battery/propane tank changing safety procedures.
• Clean and maintain work areas throughout the shift.
• Represent the company positively at all times.
• May include production machine operation duties.
• Perform other driving or warehouse activities as directed by leadership.

Requirements

• High School Certification or equivalent (GED).
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Forklift certification by an approved Refresco trainer.
• Ability to read and write job instructions in the specified language(s) for the location.
• Basic computer skills for operating production software, logging data, and using SAP via VMUs.
• Demonstrated operation of powered industrial trucks.

Skills

• Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
• Technology: Familiarity with warehouse management software, inventory tracking, and logistics.
• 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 equipment control.

Working Conditions

• Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoons, evenings, overnights, and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Environment: Fast-paced production plant with moving parts; noise levels require hearing protection. Temperatures may vary (hot/cold).
• Travel: 0% anticipated.

Physical Requirements

The role involves the following physical demands:

• Standing or Sitting: Frequently (46-100%)
• Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling: Occasionally (16-45%)
• Lifting: Up to 50 lbs (minimum 5 lbs); frequent carrying and lifting.
• Walking: Frequently (46-100%)
• Driving (Forklift): Frequently (46-100%)
• Climbing (Stairs/Ladders) or Balancing: Rarely (0-15%)
• Visual/Sensory: Moderate attention required with one or two senses at a time.
• Mental Stress: Pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, and accuracy demands.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 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 Benefits
• Discount and Total Reward Programs