Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Location: East Hartford, CT, US, 06118 Compensation: $23.41 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday 2 pm-10:30 pm Basic Requirements: At least 1-year of forklift experience required. Forklift certification preferred. Build a career where your work matters to the business, the customer, and the communities we serve. Be part of Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, a locally rooted, people-first organization where meaningful work, long-term growth, and community impact come together. Why Coke Northeast? You'll join a company that serves local communities across the Northeast and invests in the people behind the work. You'll be part of a culture that values development, collaboration, and fresh perspectives at every level. You'll build a career with the scale, stability, and opportunity of a trusted, iconic brand.

Job Description The Forklift Operator is responsible for moving product or materials in a production or warehouse environment using power tools and vehicles. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Operate industrial vehicles and equipment to transport raw materials, full goods and/or finished goods to designated area Load and unload trailers and/or route trucks Move product and/or materials manually as required Assist with shipping and receiving functions as directed Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures Job Requirements High school diploma, GED or equivalent preferred Forklift certification preferred 1+ years of prior warehouse, stocking or forklift experience required Must have the ability to lift, carry and position product weighing up to 50 pounds above shoulder height without assistance Must have the ability to push and pull manual and powered material handling equipment (i.e., pallet jack, hand-truck etc.) containing product loads for a minimum of 100 yards without assistance Benefits & Perks Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, life insurance, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, scholarship opportunities, and more. *Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, employment type, and union governance. Background Verification Employment with Coke Northeast is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background verification. Depending on the role, this process may include a criminal background check, drug screening, and/or review of driving records in accordance with company guidelines and applicable laws. Equal Opportunity Employer Coke Northeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. Massachusetts Notice Under Massachusetts law, it is unlawful for an employer to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Violations of this law may result in criminal penalties and civil liability. IND-HPC