Forklift Operator

Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

A warehouse loader is responsible for ensuring our products are moved within the warehouse in a safe and efficient manner and performing the loading/unloading of route trucks manually or by forklift operation.

Reporting Location: Lorton, VA

Compensation: $24.00 / hr + 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked

Schedule: Monday-Friday, occasional weekends if needed

Start Time: 7:00PM until workload is completed. Overtime may be required depending on business needs

Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, company discounts, paid vacation, and much more!

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure warehouse standards are upheld by working in a safe and professional manner

• Load and unload route delivery trucks and tractor trailers by hand and forklift

• Palletize products for loading

• Operate warehouse equipment such as Forklifts, Electric Pallet Jacks etc.

• Take care of our products through proper handling and storage

• Ensure inventory is properly maintained

• Ensure good housekeeping and warehouse standards are upheld

• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions

• Move our delivery trucks for loading and unloading and perform truck refueling

• Handle administrative responsibilities as needed (bay mapping, inventory tasks, damaged product counts, and allowing housekeeping entry during their scheduled time)

Qualifications

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Must possess a valid Driver's License and have an acceptable driving record (no major driving offenses in the last 3 years)

• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 60 lbs. during the work shift

• Willing to work overtime as needed

• Warehouse/forklift experience is preferred, but we can train new associates

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar brands Poland Spring® and Pure Life®, premium brands like Saratoga® and Mountain Valley®, regional leaders such as Arrowhead®, Deer Park®, Ice Mountain® Ozarka®, and Zephyrhills®, purified brands, Primo Water® and Sparkletts®, and flavored and enhanced brands like Splash® and AC+ION®. Our extensive direct-to-consumer offerings and industry-leading line-up of innovative water dispensers create consumer connectivity through recurring water purchases across Water Direct, Water Exchange, and Water Refill. At Primo Brands, our more than 11,000 associates are at the heart of what we do and deliver on our mission to provide healthy hydration to consumers wherever, however and whenever they want it. We believe in fostering a respectful culture, which values our associates who are deeply invested in quality hydration, our communities, and the sustainability of our packaging and water sources for generations to come.

Primo Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.