Forklift Driver

DrinkPAK I, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cell phone stipend

Benefits after 90 days of continuous C

Job summary

DrinkPAK is seeking a Forklift Driver at our Moorpark, CA location. You will unload and load trucks, plan deliveries, maintain inventory, and operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts safely within a GMP environment.

This role requires 3+ years in manufacturing/warehouse, forklift certification, and English/Spanish bilinguals preferred. It offers base pay of $23–$25 per hour with a $2 night differential and benefits after 90 days.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a manufacturing/warehouse environment; forklift role preferred.
• Forklift Certification required.
• Understanding of forklift operations (electric or propane).
• Ability to operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts safely.
• Experience with a WMS system.
• High School Diploma required; Associate degree+ preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Unloads and loads trucks safely and timely to serve our customers.
• Plans supply and material requirements by studying production schedules and scheduling deliveries.
• Retrieves supplies and materials by studying specifications; secures pallets on the truck; moves pallets to the production location.
• Maintains inventory in the production area by anticipating and tracking usage.
• Monitors inventory by reporting discrepancies.
• Clears production area by securing and moving finished pallets and moving empty pallets.
• Documents actions by logging supplies, materials, and finished goods movements.
• Maintains a safe work environment by following safety rules and regulations.
• Keeps forklift operating by performing maintenance and calling for repairs.

Skills

Forklift operation

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree+

Job description

Power your Thirst for More at DrinkPAK, where we revolutionize beverage manufacturing, driven by automation and sustainability. Together, through grit and innovation, we break new ground in record time by acquiring the most advanced technology and attracting the brightest talent. Our explosive growth and journey through uncharted territories offers unique career opportunities enabling passionate individuals to reach their full potential. To support our teams, we offer enriching lifestyle accounts, comprehensive benefits, formal development programs, and an energizing environment. Drive your success at DrinkPAK, where we refresh, hydrate and nourish the world and our employees alike.

Base Hourly Compensation Range: $23.00 / $2.00 night shift differential

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Forklift Driver is responsible for preparing merchandise and securing it for safe, easy transport, communicating with leadership to determine priorities, and performing regular machine maintenance on forklifts.

LOCATION

The position is based at our location in Moorpark, California.

SHIFT

Must be willing to work either day and/or night shift; 8 hours per day

BENEFITS

• A cell phone stipend
• Benefits provided after 90 days of continuous employment if converted to a full time employee

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Unloads and loads trucks safely and timely to serve our customers.
• Plans supply and material requirements by studying production schedules and scheduling deliveries to the production area.
• Retrieves supplies and materials by studying specifications; locating and verifying supplies and materials; secures pallets on the truck; moves pallets to the production location.
• Maintains inventory in the production area by anticipating and tracking usage.
• Monitors inventory by reporting discrepancies.
• Clears production area by securing and moving finished pallets and moving empty pallets.
• Documents actions by logging supplies, materials, and finished goods movements.
• Maintains a safe work environment by watching out for pedestrian traffic, following standards and procedures, and complying with safety / legal regulations.
• Keeps forklift operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventative maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Interacts and maintains positive relationships with all levels of leadership.
• Accomplishes special projects and other assignments/duties as required by management.
• Compliant with all safety rules and regulations, GMP’s, and all DrinkPAK’s policies and procedures
• Establishes and maintains high standards for quality, housekeeping, and productivity.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without prior notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 3 years of experience in the Field or similar manufacturing/warehouse environment; 3 years preferred in Forklift position.
• Forklift Certification is required.
• Must have a full understanding of the operations of a Forklift (electrical or Propane)
• Must have the ability to safely operate a sit-down and stand-up motorized forklift.
• Must have experience navigating within a WMS system.
• High School Diploma required; Associate degree+ preferred.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred.

OUR VALUES

• Speed: Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently.
• Intensity: Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach.
• Purpose: Take ownership of your responsibilities, and value the input and skillsets of your peers by working together as One PAK.

ABOUT DRINKPAK

DrinkPAK is the premiere manufacturer of canned beverages in North America. As producers of the largest and fastest-growing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the world, DrinkPAK provides full-service support for procurement, batching, processing, filling, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Founded in 2020, DrinkPAK has revolutionized canned beverage manufacturing by offering extreme capacity and format flexibility through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to the best talent in the industry. For more information, visit www.drinkpak.com.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physically demanding role including, but not limited to, lifting up to 35 pounds, sitting for extended periods of time, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and frequent climbing into and out of vehicles and trailers. Requires using hands to climb into and out of vehicles and trailers, control or feel objects, tools, or controls, hook and unhook connections, raise and lower landing gear, and open and close trailer and container doors. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk and is frequently required to sit.

DrinkPAK is the premiere manufacturer of canned beverages in North America. As producers of the largest and fastest-growing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the world, DrinkPAK provides full-service support for procurement, batching, processing, filling, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Founded in 2020, DrinkPAK has revolutionized canned beverage manufacturing by offering extreme capacity and format flexibility through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to the best talent in the industry. For more information, visit www.drinkpak.com.