Warehouse Material Handler 1st Shift

This job is with Coca-Cola, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what's possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors - curious, empowered, inclusive and agile - and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Requisition ID: 255396

Locations: Knoxville

Pay Range: 19.00 Hourly , depending on experience

Schedule: 1st shift

Click here to experience a Day in the Life of our Teammates !

Uncap Your Potential at America's Largest Coca-Cola Bottler - Pour Your Passion into Purpose!

We're more than beverages-we're building meaningful careers and vibrant communities. Join our team where your talent meets purpose, and every teammate directly shapes our success.

• Career Growth: Personalized mentorship and development that fits your schedule
• Competitive Benefits: Paid time off + 401(k) match
• Purpose-Driven: Create impact within your local community
• Paid Training: Structured onboarding + learning

Join us - your refreshing new chapter starts here!

Job Overview

The Warehouse Material Handler is responsible for the fulfillment of Customer Orders by retrieving and stacking specific product and quantities as specified on the Pick Ticket/Computer Screen assigned on a pre-determined conveyor and, or pallet. This is accomplished by traveling throughout the Warehouse's Pick Area and building stable pallet(s) of product, meeting or exceeding Warehouse and Company expectations regarding safety, accuracy, and efficiency.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Retrieves and places quantities of Cases of Product onto a pre-determined pallet as instructed by the assigned Pick Ticket, in a manner that is safe and builds a stable pallet of product, while meeting or exceeding Warehouse and Company expectations in safety, accuracy, and efficiency
• Travels to and transports pallets of stacked Product to different areas of the Warehouse via a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) - Pallet Jack - in a safe and efficient manner
• Assists in Warehouse cleanliness and housekeeping as assigned or as needed
• Performs daily PIT Checklist and alerts Warehouse Management of any issues discovered
• Corrects any mistakes discovered and informed of by the Checker to product and, or quantity
• May perform other duties as assigned
• Performs miscellaneous activities as directed to support the efficient operation of a warehouse in a dynamic environment

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere while walking and repetitively lifting 30 lbs.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Ability to coordinate and organize efficient and dependable warehouse processes
• Ability to adapt to needs of role in different work areas throughout the workday and meet minimum expectations of those different work areas
• Ability to read and interpret instructions from a computer screen 
• Attention to detail and ability to differentiate our packages
• Ability to work in a noisy and non-climate controlled (Hot in summer, cold in winter) environment
• Intentional self-starter who takes initiative and proactively seeks out value-add opportunities 
• Flexibility (Schedules, Hours change with the demands of the business)

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge acquired through up to 12 months of work experience
• PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification: Pallet Jack

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge acquired through up to 12 months of work experience
• PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification: Pallet Jack

Work Environment

• Noisy and non-temperature-controlled environment (hot in summer/cold in winter)

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.