Fork Lift Operator

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper is hiring a Forklift Operator in Allentown, PA. The role involves loading and unloading trucks, staging pallets, and supplying production lines with containers and hulls. You will rotate stock and ensure pallet availability while maintaining safety and efficiency on the warehouse floor.

The schedule is 2-2-3, with overtime and weekend work as needed. Pay starts at $23.53/hour, increasing to $24.76/hour after six months, with benefits eligible from day one.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required; 1 year preferred.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks.
• Lift, carry, and stack materials.
• Supply production line with containers and materials.
• Manage palletized goods and rotate stock as needed.
• Perform housekeeping and safety-focused tasks.
• Available for all shifts, weekends, and overtime.

Skills

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Forklift Operator - PA, Allentown

The Forklift Operator is responsible for loading, unloading, staging, pulling and distributing pallets of Keurig Dr Pepper product supplies while meeting productivity requirements.

Shift and Schedule

• 2-2-3 Schedule 6:00AM to 6:00PM
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekend as needed is required

Position Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks.
• Lift, carry, pick, and stack materials.
• Supply production line with empty containers.
• Remove full product from palletizer to staging area.
• Supply packaging material, cartons and hulls to line as needed.
• Spot trailers as directed.
• Maintain pallet supply for palletizer.
• Rotate floor stock by moving oldest product first.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the warehouse or production area and duties as assigned.
• Available to work all shifts, weekends and overtime.

Total Rewards

• Pay starting at $23.53 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $24.76 per hour in the quarter after their 6-month anniversary.

Benefits

• Benefits eligible day one!!
• Benefits, subject to eligibility, and collective bargaining agreements (where applicable): Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement

Requirements

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred
• 1 year of forklift operation experience
• Lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be anemployer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Equal Opportunity Employer

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

AI Disclosure

KDP uses artificial intelligence to assist with initial resume screening and candidate matching. This technology helps us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications align with our open roles. AI does not make hiring decisions; all decisions throughout the hiring process are made by talent acquisition team members.