Forklift Operator

The Coca-Cola Company; Haslet (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company in Ft Worth is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator - Level A to safely operate electric forklifts and support material movement in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The role requires reliable attendance, basic English, and adherence to SOPs and GMPs.

You will move pallets, load and unload products using scanning systems, and assist in put-away, picking, and cross-training across departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED – required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating stand-up and/or sit-down forklift equipment (in-house certification).
• Prior warehouse and SAP experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in basic English.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate stand-up or sit-down electric forklifts.
• Move pallets, skids, boxes, products, and materials to designated locations.
• Load, unload, and put away product using warehouse scanning systems (HU scanning and product lookups).
• Consolidate product as required during put-away and storage.
• Pick and place materials onto or off of pallets.
• Maintain compliance with SOPs and GMPs.
• Follow all safety rules, company policies, and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable work attendance.
• Demonstrate personal responsibility for safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Cross-train and learn job functions in other departments as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Description Summary:

Job Title:Warehouse Forklift Operator - Level A

Experience Level: 1-5 Years of Warehouse Experience

Job Summary

The Warehouse Forklift Operator - Level A is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of electric-powered industrial trucks in a warehouse/manufacturing environment. This role supports material movement, product storage, and order handling while following all safety, quality, and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Safely operate stand-up or sit-down electric forklifts.
• Move pallets, skids, boxes, products, and materials to designated locations.
• Load, unload, and put away product using warehouse scanning systems (HU scanning and product lookups).
• Consolidate product as required during put-away and storage.
• Pick and place materials onto or off of pallets.
• Maintain compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Follow all safety rules, company policies, and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable work attendance.
• Demonstrate personal responsibility for safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Cross-train and learn job functions in other departments as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) – required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating stand-up and/or sit-down forklift equipment (certification provided in-house).
• Prior warehouse and SAP experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in basic English.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as business needs require.

Physical Demands

• Stand for extended periods.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Walk, kneel, talk, and hear regularly.
• Frequently lift up to 50 lbs and occasionally lift or move up to 70 lbs.
• Safely maneuver a forklift carrying loads up to 3,000 lbs.
• Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Exposure to powders, chemicals, and food allergens, including but not limited to:
  • Peanuts, tree nuts, milk, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish, and shellfish.
• Work will take place in multiple temperature-controlled environments:
  • Ambient area: Approximately 75°F
  • Chilled area: Approximately 40°F

Candidate Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who are:

• Comfortable operating stand-up and/or sit-down Crown forklifts.
• Reliable with consistent attendance.
• Safety-focused and detail-oriented.
• Willing to learn, cross-train, and complete assigned tasks as needed.
• Ready to work and adaptable to changing warehouse demands.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of proven forklift experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Flexible, team-oriented mindset with willingness to assist where needed.

The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Skills:

Pay Range:

United States: 43,992 - 53,768 USD

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Ft Worth

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

September 27, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what's possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors - curious, empowered, inclusive and agile - and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

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