Equipment Services Forklift Operator

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC in Louisville, KY is seeking an EQS Forklift Operator to move, load, and unload assets using forklifts, pallet jacks, and related equipment. The role supports distribution operations within a high-velocity environment.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency in handling inbound and outbound loads, with opportunities for growth through professional development and on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Switcher operation certification required.
• Class A CDL required where applicable.
• Ability to operate forklifts safely in tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Pull specific vending and cold drink equipment to fulfill sales requests.
• Maneuver 53’ and pup trailers to the dock using a switcher.
• Prepare equipment for shipping by protective wrapping.
• Load and unload trailers and ensure accurate load documentation.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip daily documentation and keep the area neat and safe.
• Assist with equipment staging and yard maintenance.

Skills

Forklift operation

Switcher certification

Class A CDL

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

CONA handhelds

Job description

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Job Overview

The EQS Forklift Operator completes material movement through moving, loading, and unloading of assets using a wide variety of material handling equipment at a proficient level such as forklift, pallet jack.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Pull specific vending and cold drink equipment to fulfill sales request needs


• Utilize “switcher” to maneuver 53’ and pup trailers to the dock as needed


• Prepare equipment for shipping by protective wrapping as needed


• Load and unload trailers as needed, in support of delivery activities; conduct SAP/CONA via handhelds to ensure accurate accountability for loads Inbound and outbound to/from territories supported by Regional Operation Center; process to be completed following CCCI SOP’S


• Ensure all Outbound loads are secured, safe, and proper documentation is attached (STO)


• Safety/Housekeeping-Performing Pre-Trips and Post Trips daily documentation, keeping work area neat and clutter-free


• Perform miscellaneous activities as directed; assist with equipment staging and other movements as directed, including junking of equipment and yard maintenance

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Comprehension of basic safety principles including proper lifting and use of personal protective equipment Advanced forklift skills (single-wide)


• Ability to efficiently, safely operate forklifts in a small area


• Rudimentary mechanical skills


• Operate multiple pieces of simple machinery


• Simple tool usage


• Read and Follow written SOP’s or instructions


• Complete forms (handwritten and, or computer-based) to document activities and results


• Follow verbal instructions Intermediate math skills


• Thorough understanding of elements contributing to productivity


• Capacity to assess order building, loading workflow and choose optimum pick, load path


• Capacity to simultaneously manage multiple processes to support overall system efficiency


• Ability to consistently count received and compare to manifest with a high degree of accuracy


• Ability to consistently load trucks following documentation with a high degree of accuracy


• Possess strong communication skills


• Must be able to work in extreme (hot, cold) temperatures, noisy conditions, slippery walking surfaces and broken glass


• Infrequent lifting, moving product


• Occasionally lifting over 25 lbs. and rarely up to or over 50 lbs.


• Sitting for long periods.


• Frequent getting on, off of a forklift.


• Opening and closing truck dock doors

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED


• Switcher operation certification.


• Class A CDL where required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a logistics environment


• Understanding of truck, trailer loading strategies, and weight distribution principles

Noisy and non-temperature-controlled environment including high and low-temperature environment

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.