Forklift Operator Union

Contractual hourly wage rate is $22.50 per hour – additional $0.20 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shift allowance. Essential Job Functions Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas. Responsible for adhering to food quality and food safety guidelines per Refresco, customer and/or governing bodies (e.g., SQF) standards. Load and unload raw materials from incoming trucks and transport them to designated areas; validate quantities using Blind Count Sheets or SAP transactions on forklift computer. Operate forklifts equipped with Vehicle Mounted Units (VMUs) to perform all warehouse functions within SAP. Operate powered industrial trucks (PITs) in a high‑paced environment and maintain in‑house forklift certification. Supply raw materials to the production lines as required. Perform pre‑trip forklift inspections and adhere to battery or propane tank change operations and safety procedures. Perform any other driving activities as directed by leadership. Clean and maintain work areas throughout the shift. Represent the company positively at all times. May have production machine operation duties. Required Skills Read and write job instructions in the specified acceptable language(s) for the location. Perform basic computer functions. Operate powered industrial trucks. Hold forklift certification from an approved Refresco trainer. Competencies Problem‑Solving: Quickly identify and resolve operational issues. Technology: Familiarity with warehouse management software for inventory and logistics tracking. Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data. Cognitive: Analyze data and process parameters to optimize production. Safety and Risk Management: Participate in safety audits and inspections to maintain a safe working environment. Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Preferred: 3+ years of work experience in a manufacturing environment. Working Conditions and Schedule Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight, and holidays may be required. Overtime is scheduled as needed. A Career with Refresco Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include: Medical/Dental/Vision insurance Health Savings Account Life and AD&D Insurance Legal Benefits 401(k) savings plan Equal Employment Opportunity Refresco is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Refresco