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.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Forklift Operator to join our team in our manufacturing and distribution facility.

 

This is a full time flex position.

 

Schedule: Sunday - Tuesday, and alternating Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m

 

Pay: $28.49 / hour + shift differencial for applicable hours worked.

 

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• 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 lift
• Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance on palletizing 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
• Maintain work area in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• 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
• Cross train to perform other lift and off lift activities as required
• Provide vacation coverage to team members

Qualifications

Key qualifications include:

• High school diploma or GED
• 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 pace forklift environment
• Ability to work independently or with a team with solid communication skills
• Solid problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to move/lift 50 lbs various times over a 12 hour shift, basic math and reading skills
• Willingness to work holidays and weekends as we are a 24/7 business operating through most weekends and holidays
• Ability to successfully complete an online skills assessment prior to onsite interview
• Willingness and ability to workin a warehouse with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hold and cold)
• A valid driver's license, with no major driving offenses in the last 3 years including DUI/DWI, reckless driving, refusal to test, leaving the scene, driving a commercial vehicle without a CDL, or at-fault fatal incident

 

Flexible Full-Time Program:  This position can experience periods throughout the year where business is slower and there are less hours of work available due to seasonality. Generally, the company does not anticipate temporary layoffs to last more than a total of 90 days however each temporary layoff is based on volume and business needs and could vary based on the situation. . During temporary layoff, the company will maintain your elected benefits (medical, dental, and vision) at the active employee rate for up to 90 days of which you are responsible for your benefits premium costs. A reinstatement bonus will be processed upon your return from temporary layoff if you return to your position when recalled. Employees out on temporary layoff will be expected to be prepared to return to work at any time when the company requires.

Primo Brands’ established portfolio includes billion-dollar bra