Forklift Operator - Fast-Paced Beverage Plant

DrinkPAK II, LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% PPO medical, dental, and vision

Cell phone stipend

401(k) match

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

DrinkPAK is seeking a dedicated Forklift Driver at our Fort Worth facility to unload/load trucks, coordinate deliveries with production, and perform routine forklift maintenance in a fast-paced setting.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, 1–3 years in manufacturing/warehouse, forklift certification, and OSHA-compliant training. Proficiency with a WMS and basic paperwork is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Graduate Equivalency Diploma required.
• At least 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing/warehouse environment
• Forklift Certification required
• Must be able to pass a company-administered forklift training and evaluation in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Proven ability to safely operate a sit-down motorized Forklift
• Ability to navigate within a WMS system
• Must have a full understanding of the operations of a Forklift, (electrical or Propane)
• Ability to operate or learn to operate: Sit-down and stand-up forklifts Pallet jacks Reach trucks and other material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of loading/unloading, staging, and inventory rotation (FIFO/FEFO) preferred
• Ability to complete basic paperwork or use handheld scanners/inventory systems.
• Basic math and reading skills to follow instructions and count products.
• Reliable, safety-focused, and team-oriented.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Unloads and loads trucks in a safe and timely manner to serve our customers
• Plans supply and material requirements by studying production schedule, scheduling deliveries to production area
• Retrieves supplies and materials by studying specifications; locating and verifying supplies and materials; secures pallets on truck; moves pallet to production location
• Maintains inventory in production area by anticipating and tracking usage.
• Monitors inventory by reporting discrepancies.
• Clears production area by securing and moving finished pallets and moving empty pallets
• Documents actions by logging movements of supplies, materials, and finished goods
• Maintains safe work environment by watching out for pedestrian traffic; following standards and procedures; complying with safety / legal regulations.
• Keeps forklift operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventative maintenance; calling for repairs
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
• Interacts and maintains positive relationships with all levels of leadership
• Accomplishes special projects and other assignments/duties as required by management
• Compliant to all safety rules and regulations, GMP’s and all DrinkPAK’s policies and procedures
• Establishes and maintains high standards for quality, housekeeping and productivity
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Team player

Manual dexterity

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS software

Pallet jacks

Reach trucks

Job description

DrinkPAK is seeking a dedicated Forklift Driver at our Fort Worth facility to unload/load trucks, coordinate deliveries with production, and perform routine forklift maintenance in a fast-paced setting.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, 1–3 years in manufacturing/warehouse, forklift certification, and OSHA-compliant training. Proficiency with a WMS and basic paperwork is expected.