Forklift Operator

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC; Jasper (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks paid vacation

Comprehensive medical plan

401(k) match

Life insurance $50,000

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Coca-Cola UNITED is seeking an Operator – Forklift 1 to safely move product in a fast-paced warehouse environment in Jasper, GA. The role requires operating powered industrial equipment in compliance with safety policies and performing routine checks and rotations of materials.

Candidates should be at least 18 years old, able to read/write/speak English, and demonstrate reliable attendance. Forklift experience is preferred, with potential to grow through the company’s training and benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years old.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Less than high school education; or up to 1 month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial equipment following safety policies.
• Verify incoming/outgoing product and raw materials.
• Stack loads properly and perform daily forklift inspections.
• Correctly rotate product and materials.
• Follow warehouse operating procedures and assist management as needed.

Skills

Forklift experience

English proficiency

Attendance reliability

PPE compliance

Teamwork

Weekend/holiday flexibility

Education

Less than high school / minimal experience

Job description

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Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday with some weeekend work

Why you will love Coca-Cola UNITED?

About us:

• Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength and stability
• Dedicated to supporting internal career growth through on job training, learning and opportunity for career advancement
• Excellent Total Value Benefits Package to include:
• Two weeks paid vacation within first year
• Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid life insurance ($50,000)
• Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• 401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%)
• Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs and much more)
• Competitive Compensation
• Fast paced environment promotes a healthy lifestyle
• For qualified candidates we offer an amazing CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5250 for CDL school tuition – ask your Recruiter for details
  

Job Description

The Operator – Forklift 1 is responsible for safely moving product using powered industrial equipment.

What your day will look like:

• Operation of powered industrial equipment while following UNITED safety policy
• Verify all product/full goods/raw materials incoming and outgoing
• Stacking loads properly
• Perform daily forklift inspections
• Correctly rotate product/materials
• Responsible for following all warehouse operating procedures
• Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

What you need to succeed:

• Minimum age 18 years old
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
• Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
• Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
• Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology
• Less than high school education; or up to 1-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Forklift experience preferred
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or flexible schedule as required
• Ability to work with all functional team members

Physical Requirements

Position will be required to comply with the CCBCU Personal Protective Equipment Program. Position is required to wear safety toed shoes when performing the following tasks: Operating Powered Industrial Equipment or Working in an Area where Powered Industrial Equipment is in use, Fleet Maintenance, Working with Palletized Product, Use of Hand Trucks/Dollies to Deliver Product, Cooler Services, etc.

(X) None = 0% (0 hrs)

(L) Limited = 1% (1 hr)

(O) Occasionally = 2%-25% (1-2 hrs)

(F) Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs)

(R) Repeatedly = 51%-75% (5-6 hrs)

(C) Continuously = 76%-100% (7+ hrs)

Requirement Frequency

Sit F

Stand O

Walk O

Bend O

Kneel/Squat O

Climb Stairs O

Crawling O

Overhead Reach L

Typing O

Vehicle Operation R

PPE/Special Clothing C

Grasp O

Push/Pull O

Fine Manipulation O

Lift up to 50 lbs O

Carry up to 50 lbs O

Pushing up to 50 lbs O

Pulling up to 50 lbs O

Exposure to Water O

Exposure to Chemicals L

Exposure to Weather F

Exposure to Noise F

CCBCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Veteran friendly.