Forklift Operator

Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast; Needham Heights (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast in Needham Heights, MA is seeking a Forklift Operator to move products within a warehouse using power equipment, with flexibility to cover a five‑day schedule (Mon–Sat) and to shift between afternoon/evening and potential other shifts.

Candidates should have at least 1 year in a warehouse setting; forklift certification is preferred and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Join a team that supports community growth and a strong iconic brand.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• 1+ years of prior warehouse, stocking or forklift experience preferred.

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.

Skills

Forklift certification

Warehouse experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Schedule: 5 day work week. Must be flexible to cover any 5 days Monday- Saturday. Must also be flexible to start on second shift (afternoons/evenings) with possibility of moving to third shift
• Basic Requirements: 1+ years of prior warehouse, stocking or forklift experience required. Forklift certification preferred.

• Compensation: $28.69 per hour
• Schedule: 5 day work week. Must be flexible to cover any 5 days Monday- Saturday. Must also be flexible to start on second shift (afternoons/evenings) with possibility of moving to third shift
• Basic Requirements: 1+ years of prior warehouse, stocking or forklift experience required. Forklift certification preferred.

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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