Forklift Operator

Primo Brands; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K match

ESPP

Life insurance

Disability

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Primo Brands in Hawkins, TX is hiring a Forklift Operator to safely move raw materials and finished goods within our warehouse and supporting distribution to customers. The role requires attention to safety, quality checks, and teamwork on a 12-hour night shift on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule from 6:00 pm to 6:30 am.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years forklift experience, familiarity with GMPs, and comfort using WMS and SAP.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years forklift experience with a solid safety record.
• Experience in manufacturing and GMP knowledge.
• Solid computer skills; familiarity with WMS and SAP preferred.
• Willingness to work holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to move raw materials or finished products to the warehouse or onto trucks for distribution.
• Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain energy source for lift.
• Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and perform basic maintenance on palletizing equipment.
• Conduct hourly quality checks and inspect pallets or raw materials as needed.
• Maintain quality, inventory, and preventive maintenance documentation.
• Use scanning equipment to track inventory within the facility.
• Work as a team with other forklift drivers to prevent line stoppages and improve operations.
• Keep the work area organized and safe in GMP-compliant conditions.
• Meet or exceed performance goals like pallets/labor hour, line loading and truck turn time.
• Cross-train to perform other lift activities as required.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

SAP

Job description

Overview

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.

Factory Location:Hawkins, TX Compensation:$25.39/hour Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked Schedule: 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule 6:00 pm - 6:30am, Night Shift Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs

Benefits of working for Primo Brands

Health Benefits

• Medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending account (FSA)
• dependent care flexible spending account (FSA
• heath savings account (HSA)

Retirement/Investing

• 401K with a 5% match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Insurance

• Employee Life Insurance
• short and long-term disability
• critical illness
• hospital indemnity
• accident insurance
• spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance
• accidental death and dismemberment

Other great benefits

• Employee discounts
• save on auto
• home
• and pet insurance
• tuition reimbursement
• paid vacation and sick time
• 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays
• paid leave for when you have a baby
• adopt a child
• or become a foster parent
• legal services
• identity theft protection
• employee assistance program (EAP)
• adoption reimbursement benefit
• FED logic
• commuter benefits

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to move raw materials or finished products to the warehouse or onto trucks for distribution to customers
• Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain energy source for lift
• Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance on palletizing equipment
• Conduct hourly quality checks and inspect full goods and pallets or other raw materials as needed
• Complete and maintain quality, inventory and preventative maintenance documentation
• Use scanning equipment to ensure accurate tracking of inventory within the facility
• Work as a team with other forklift drivers to prevent line stoppages and improve operations
• Maintain work area in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Meet or exceed performance goals, including pallets/labor hour, line loading and truck turn time
• Interact with production and warehouse team members, quality control and maintenance to maximize output and efficiency
• Cross train to perform other lift and off lift activities as required
• Provide vacation coverage to team members

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Two or more years prior forklift experience with a solid safety record, ideally in a fast paced forklift environment
• Prior exposure to manufacturing desired, preferably the food or beverage industry with knowledge of GMPs
• Solid computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and the use of warehouse management systems (WMS) and business management software, SAP preferred
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and comfort working in a fast-paced forklift environment
• Ability to work independently or with a team with solid communication skills
• Solid problem solving and decision‑making skills
• Ability to move/lift 50 lbs various times over a 12‑hour shift, basic math and reading skills
• Willingness to work holidays and weekends as we are a 24/7 business operating through most weekends and holidays
• Willingness and ability to work in a warehouse with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hold and cold)

Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.