Forklift Operator

Niagara Bottling, LLC; Hamburg (Berks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Team Members to join their dynamic environment as Forklift Operators. This role involves safely operating motorized forklifts to manage inventory and ensure efficient production flow. Team Members will have the chance to develop valuable relationships and build a satisfying career while contributing to the mission of providing high-quality bottled water. With competitive compensation and a focus on safety and efficiency, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a thriving company.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Benefits Packages

Forklift Certification

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment and operating a sit-down motorized forklift.
• Ability to navigate within a Warehouse Management System (WMS).

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to load and unload trucks and manage inventory.
• Maintain a safe work environment and perform preventative maintenance on the forklift.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Inventory Management

WMS Navigation

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Motorized Forklift

Job description

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality, most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here if you want to:

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Forklift Operator / Team Member

Safely and efficiently operate motorized forklift to load and unload trucks, pull pallets of finished product from production lines, and place finished product in warehouse as directed by onboard WMS system.

Essential Functions

• Move levers and press pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus.
• Unload and stack material by raising and lowering lifting device.
• Plan supply and material requirements by studying production schedule; schedule deliveries to production area.
• Retrieve supplies and materials by studying specifications; locate and verify supplies and materials; secure pallets on truck; move pallet to production location.
• Maintain inventory in production area by anticipating and tracking usage. Monitor inventory by reporting discrepancies.
• Clear production area by securing and moving finished pallets; move empty pallets.
• Document actions by logging movements of supplies, materials, and finished goods.
• Maintain a safe work environment by watching out for foot traffic; following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Keep forklift operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventative maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in field or similar manufacturing environment
• Experience operating a sit-down motorized forklift
• Ability to navigate within a WMS system

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience in field or similar manufacturing environment
• 2 years of experience working in the position
• 2 years of experience managing people/projects

*Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.

Core Competencies

This position embodies Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on:

• Lead Like an Owner: Prioritize safety, respect others, resolve customer issues, and honor commitments.
• InnovACT: Recommend improvements, adapt to changes, increase efficiency.
• Find a Way: Develop technical knowledge, understand interdepartmental impacts, seek solutions.
• Empowered to be Great: Seek growth opportunities, communicate effectively, manage expectations.

Education & Certification

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience
• Preferred: Associate's Degree
• Certification: Forklift certification required

Language Proficiency

• Required: Minimum professional proficiency
• Preferred: Full professional proficiency

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

Note: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws.

Employment agencies must submit résumés to the designated Niagara recruiter or the career site for placement fee considerations.

Niagara Plant Name: Hamburg