What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Refresco?
STARTING PAY - $17.42/HOUR (Future increases are based on Skill pay)
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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. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.
Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?
Summary:
The Forklift Operator will operate a gas or electric forklift in and between departments, buildings and grounds. Collects and delivers a wide variety of materials while adhering to safety procedures. Delivers materials to work areas as directed, stacks materials in storage areas and loads/unloads trailers for inbound or outbound goods. Forklift certification required.
Responsibilities:
Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:
Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color. ago, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.
Make a Difference in YOUR Career!
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. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.
Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?
Summary:
The Forklift Operator will operate a gas or electric forklift in and between departments, buildings and grounds. Collects and delivers a wide variety of materials while adhering to safety procedures. Delivers materials to work areas as directed, stacks materials in storage areas and loads/unloads trailers for inbound or outbound goods. Forklift certification required.
Responsibilities:
- Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas.
- Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per quality standards and/or SQF requirements.
- Operate forklifts and/or related machinery in a safe, efficient and productive manner.
- Operate gas or electric forklift in and between departments, buildings and grounds.
- Load and unload trucks with incoming and outgoing materials.
- Check incoming materials for shortages or damaged materials.
- Deliver materials to work areas as directed; stacks materials in storage areas in and out of racks.
- Operate palletizer equipment and use computer systems for production and loading.
- Perform cycle counts on materials and finished goods.
- Attend communication meetings as required.
- Pull pallets and place them accordingly to be able to walk around them and check for any damage; change if damaged.
- Ensure work area is clean and organized before leaving premises.
- Follow First In First Out (FIFO) policies and procedures and ensure product is stacked accordingly.
- All paperwork must be in order and accurate (ex: shipping documents, receipts, transfers, holds, etc.).
- Active in assisting the site to continuously improve efficiency, performance, and reducing down time and waste.
- Promote enthusiastic, positive and proactive attitudes and team based behaviors.
- High School Diploma/GED or one (1) to three (3) months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to obtain Forklift Certification required.
- Demonstrated ability to understand manufacturing software, inventory software, and database software.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience in a fast-moving packaged goods environment preferred.
- Ability to work without close supervision.
- Must be able to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to push and/or pull up to 10 pounds.
- Must be able to continuously stand and/or walk for extended periods of time on concrete surface.
- Ability to repeatedly kneel, bend, crouch, reach, climb and/or stoop throughout the shift as needed to successfully perform job duties.
- Climate: This position requires the incumbent to have the ability to work in ambient hot and/or cold seasonal environments.
Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan with company match
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Well-being benefits
- Discount programs
Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color. ago, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.
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