Forklift Operator

Swire Coca-Cola, USA; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 59,237,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

HSA with match

401(k) with match

Free virtual care

EAP

Safety shoes

Paid holidays

PTO

Discounted products

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Job summary

Swire Coca-Cola is hiring a Forklift Operator in Grand Junction, CO. The role involves moving products in a fast-paced warehouse, loading and unloading, and ensuring safety and proper stacking. Training and certification will be provided as needed.

The position requires at least 1 year of warehouse experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Weekend/holiday work and pre-employment screening are part of the process.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift Certification within 30 days from hire.
• 1+ years of general warehouse experience required.
• Must be at least 18 years old; basic computer skills; handheld scanners.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial vehicles to relocate products within a warehouse.
• Load/unload palletized products and route to meet schedules.
• Ensure loads are secured and compliant with policies.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and maintenance as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Attend meetings and assist with special projects.

Skills

Safety focus

Physical stamina

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

Why you'll love working at Swire Coca-Cola:

Swire Coca-Cola is committed to providing balance to support you in all aspects of your life, both at work and beyond. We offer the benefits you need for physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Competitive wages paid bi-weekly or optional pay on demand; Overtime opportunities
• Health coverage (3 medical options, dental and vision)
• Health Savings Accounts w/company match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan w/company match
• FREE virtual primary care, acute care & physical therapy
• FREE Employee Assistance Program
• FREE Safety Shoes annually for most roles
• Seven (7) company paid holidays & 3 paid floating holidays
• Paid time off (vacation, sick time, bereavement, jury duty, maternity/parental, disability leave & volunteer time)
• Discounted & free product
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for career advancement

In addition to health benefits, Swire Coca-Cola is proud to offer you opportunities where you help give back directly to the communities and causes you care about. Note: Enrollment in a Swire Medical Plan is required for some benefits.

Who is Swire Coca-Cola?

We are a family-owned bottling company with a story spanning over two centuries. We are one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola in North America and distribute more than 50 beverage brands and flavors creating joy for our customers every day. Our 8,000+ driven employees work hard as part of a team that delivers refreshment to over 30 million consumers across 13 states. Begin a journey with us at Swire Coca-Cola and belong to a community of dedicated team members who think big and believe in winning together.

Job Details:

Schedule: M-F, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM (Overtime required based on business need)

Pay: $21.67

Job Level: 2

What does a Forklift Operator do at Swire Coca-Cola?

The incumbent moves products or materials in a production or warehouse environment using powered industrial equipment and/or vehicles with an extremely high focus on safety and the safety of others. Work is conducted in a very fast-paced environment where productivity expectations are high.

Responsibilities:

• Operate industrial vehicles and equipment to relocate products or materials within a warehouse facility. Transport raw materials, full goods and/or finished goods to designated area to meet requirements. Efficiently load and unload palletized and/or non-palletized products / materials in or out of designated trailers and/or route trucks to meet scheduled delivery time. Ensure that products / materials are stacked, stored, and secured in compliance with regulatory/company policies and procedures
• Ensure proper dunnage is loaded on transport trailers to secure the load to prevent materials from tipping, falling, etc.
• Move product and/or materials manually as required or directed by leadership
• Perform daily inspection and minor maintenance (as needed) on equipment to ensure safe operation of equipment
• Ensure proper rotation of product by BBE date codes
• Meet company standards for productivity
• Complete training requirements
• Attend meetings as assigned and assist with special projects and events
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High School Diploma (or GED) required
• Forklift Certification within 30 days from hire required
• 1+ years of general warehouse experience required
• Must be at least 18 years of ageBasic computer skills required; use of hand-held scanners / other technology
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as directed by the business
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

Due to the nature of our work and to help maintain a safe workplace for our employees and customers, after a candidate receives a conditional offer of employment, they will be required to complete pre-employment screening. This includes a criminal background check, drug screening, and for certain roles, a motor vehicle record review.

Screening results are evaluated based based on several factors, including the nature and severity of an offense, how much time has passed, the relevance to the position, patterns of repeated offenses, and driving history for roles that require operating a vehicle.

All results are reviewed fairly and in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Swire Coca-Cola is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Swire Coca-Cola does not sponsor applicants for work visas.