Forklift Operator

Essential Job Functions: Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and adhere to the 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). Responsible for adhering to food quality and food safety guidelines per Refresco, Customer and/or governing bodies (ex. 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 use of SAP transactions performed on forklift computer. Ability to 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. Ability to operate powered industrial trucks (PIT’s) in a high paced environment and be in-house forklift certified. 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/maintain work areas throughout the shift. Represents the company in a positive manner at all times. May have production machine operation duties. Required Skills: Capability to read and write job instructions in the specified acceptable language(s) for the location. Must be able to perform basic computer functions. Must demonstrate the basic operation of powered industrial trucks. Must be forklift certified by an approved Refresco trainer. Competencies: Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues. Technology: Familiarity with warehouse management software for tracking inventory and logistics. Technology: 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. Education and Experience: High School Certification or equivalent (GED). 3 years + work experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred. Working Conditions: Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed. Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise level requires hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot / and or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised. Travel Requirements: 0% travel anticipated. Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts 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 Equal Opportunity Employer Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr DBA-Verwaltungs-Gmbh