Forklift Operator

Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast is hiring a Forklift Operator to move products and materials in our warehouse environment. The role supports loading, unloading, and shipping activities, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year warehouse or forklift experience, and forklift certification preferred. This on-site position offers competitive hourly pay and a pathway to growth within the Coca-Cola family.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• 1+ years of prior warehouse, stocking or forklift experience preferred.
• Lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Push/pull manual and powered material handling equipment for 100 yards.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial vehicles to transport raw materials, full goods and/or finished goods to designated area.
• Load and unload trailers and/or route trucks.
• Move product and/or materials manually as required.
• Assist with shipping and receiving functions as directed.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures.

Skills

Forklift experience

Forklift certification

Warehouse experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Hand-truck

Job description

• Schedule: Monday - Friday 10 pm - 6:30 am
• Basic Requirements: 1-year of forklift experience. Forklift certification preferred
• Compensation: $23.41 per hour

Build a career where your work matters to the business, the customer, and the communities we serve.

Be part of Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, a locally rooted, people-first organization where meaningful work, long-term growth, and community impact come together.

Why Coke Northeast?

• You’ll join a company that serves local communities across the Northeast and invests in the people behind the work.
• You’ll be part of a culture that values development, collaboration, and fresh perspectives at every level.
• You’ll build a career with the scale, stability, and opportunity of a trusted, iconic brand.

Job Description

The Forklift Operator is responsible for moving product or materials in a production or warehouse environment using power tools and vehicles.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate industrial vehicles and equipment to transport raw materials, full goods and/or finished goods to designated area
• Load and unload trailers and/or route trucks
• Move product and/or materials manually as required
• Assist with shipping and receiving functions as directed
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures

Job Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent preferred
• Forklift certification preferred
• 1+ years of prior warehouse, stocking or forklift experience preferred
• Must have the ability to lift, carry and position product weighing up to 50 pounds above shoulder height without assistance
• Must have the ability to push and pull manual and powered material handling equipment (i.e., pallet jack, hand-truck etc.) containing product loads for a minimum of 100 yards without assistance

Benefits & Perks

Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, life insurance, paid time off, fitness reimbursements, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, scholarship opportunities, and more.

• Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, employment type, and union governance.

Background Verification

Employment with Coke Northeast is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background verification. Depending on the role, this process may include a criminal background check, drug screening, and/or review of driving records in accordance with company guidelines and applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Coke Northeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law.

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