1ST SHIFT PALLETIZER/FORKLIFT POSITION

Forklift Operator 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.

Compensation: $22.75 hourly

Shift: 1st shift 6:00am to 2:30pm *Needed flexibility to work additional hours and weekends if needed*

Seasonal Benefits: Sick time, Employee discounts, 401K with a 5% match

This position is seasonal, with the possibility of direct hire and increased compensation upon transition to a permanent role, contingent on performance and other relevant factors.

Responsibilities Safely operate a forklift to move raw materials or finished products to the warehouse or onto trucks for distribution to customers

Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain energy source for lifts/trailers

Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance on equipment

Conduct hourly quality checks and inspect full goods and pallets or other raw materials as needed

Complete and maintain quality, inventory, and preventative maintenance documentation

Use scanning equipment to ensure accurate tracking of inventory within the facility

Work as a team with other forklift drivers to prevent line stoppages and improve operations

Monitor and track equipment downtime, equipment output, and other key metrics

Meet or exceed performance goals, including pallets/labor hour, line loading, and truck turn time

Interact with production and warehouse team members, quality control, and maintenance to maximize output and efficiency

Qualifications High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience

Two or more years prior forklift experience with a solid safety record, ideally in a fast-paced forklift environment

Prior exposure to manufacturing desired, preferably the food or beverage industry with knowledge of GMPs

Solid computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and the use of warehouse management systems (WMS) and business management software, SAP preferred

Demonstrated sense of urgency and comfort working in a fast-paced forklift environment

Must be able to do physical inspections of equipment that will require climbing, reaching, and extending arms overhead

Willingness and ability to work in a warehouse with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hold and cold)

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.