Forklift Operator

Company: Refresco North America
Location: Waco
Posted on: January 16, 2023

Job Description:

Make a Difference in YOUR Career! Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the world's largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it's what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it's our people's too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best. Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table? Responsibilities:

• Operate gas or electric forklift in and between departments, buildings and grounds.
• Load and unload trucks with incoming and outgoing materials.
• Check incoming materials for shortages or damaged materials.
• Collect and deliver a wide variety of materials while adhering to established safety procedures.
• Deliver materials to work areas as directed; stacks materials in storage areas in and out of racks.
• Operate palletizer equipment and use computer systems for production and loading.
• Perform cycle counts on materials and ingredients.
• Perform cycle counts on finished goods.
• Attend communication meetings as required.
• Pull pallets and place them accordingly to be able to walk around them and check for any damage.
• Ensure pallets and products are reviewed for damage; change if damaged.
• Pull product and load trucks as needed.
• Ensure work area is clean and organized before leaving premises.
• Follow First In First Out (FIFO) policies and procedures and ensure product is stacked accordingly.
• All paperwork must be in order and accurate (ex: shipping documents, receipts, transfers, holds, etc.). Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma/GED or one (1) to three (3) months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to obtain Forklift Certification after hire.
  • Demonstrated ability to understand manufacturing software, inventory software, and database software.
  • Ability to calculate mathematical figures and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
  • Ability to work without close supervision. Physical Requirements:
    • Must be able to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 70 pounds.
    • Must be able to push and/or pull up to 40 pounds.
    • Must be able to continuously stand and/or walk for extended periods of time on concrete surface.
    • Ability to repeatedly kneel, bend, crouch, reach, climb and/or stoop throughout the shift as needed to successfully perform job duties.
    • Successful completion of a post offer physical assessment, drug screen and background check required. A Career with Refresco Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:
      • Medical/dental/vision insurance
      • Life insurance
        • 401(k) savings plan with company match
        • Paid holidays and vacation
        • Well-being benefits
        • Discount programs Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER! Equal Opportunity Employer Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

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