Forklift Operator I - Nights

Niagara Bottling, LLC; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Niagara Bottling, LLC is seeking a Forklift Operator I for night shifts at the Dallas plant in Texas. In this role, you will safely operate a forklift to load and unload trucks, manage inventory, and maintain a clean work environment. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification, and preferred experience in a manufacturing setting. Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to safely operate a sit-down motorized forklift.
• Ability to navigate within a WMS system.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate motorized forklift to load and unload trucks.
• Maintain inventory while following safety standards.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

Skills

Forklift operation

WMS navigation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Job Overview

Forklift Operator I – Nights. Team member safely and efficiently operates motorized forklift to load and unload trucks, pull pallets of finished product from production lines and place finished product in warehouse as directed by the onboard WMS system.

Essential Functions

• Move levers and press pedals to drive forklift and control lifting apparatus movement.
• Unload and stack material by raising and lowering lifting device.
• Plan supply and material requirements by studying production schedule; schedule deliveries to production area.
• Retrieve supplies and materials by studying specifications; locate and verify supplies and materials; secure pallets on truck; move pallet to production location.
• Maintain inventory in production area by anticipating and tracking usage; monitor inventory and report discrepancies.
• Clear production area by securing and moving finished pallets; moving empty pallets.
• Document actions by logging movements of supplies, materials and finished goods.
• Maintain a safe work environment by watching out for foot traffic; follow standards and procedures; comply with legal regulations.
• Keep forklift operating by following operating instructions; troubleshoot breakdowns; maintain supplies; perform preventative maintenance; call for repairs.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Note: this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required; duties may change at any time.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
  • 0 years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
  • 0 years – Experience in Position
  • 0 years – Experience managing people/projects
• Preferred Qualifications
  • 2 years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
  • 2 years – Experience in Position
  • 2 years – Experience managing people/projects
• The proven ability to safely operate a sit‑down motorized forklift.
• The ability to navigate within a WMS system.

Competencies

• Lead Like an Owner
  • Make safety the number one priority.
  • Keep alert for safety issues andescalate immediately.
  • Effectively prioritize tasks based on department goals.
  • Show respect to others and confront interpersonal issues directly.
  • Prioritize resolution of customer issues effectively.
  • Respond promptly and honor commitments to internal and external customers.
• InnovACT
  • Make recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products.
  • Demonstrate adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes.
  • Increase performance through greater efficiency.
• Find a Way
  • Seek to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts.
  • Understand interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions.
  • Seek solutions rather than placing blame.
• Empowered to be Great
  • Consistently look for ways to improve oneself through growth and development opportunities.
  • Communicate clearly and promptly up, down, and across.
  • Communicate effectively to manage expectations.

Education

• Minimum Required
  • High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred
  • Associate's Degree.

Certification/License

• Required: Forklift certification.

Foreign Language

• Required: Minimum Professional Proficiency.
• Preferred: Full Professional Proficiency.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
• Medical, including virtual care options.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Health Savings Account with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members.
• Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursements.
• Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident plan.
• Special discount programs including pet plans, pre‑paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities.
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

Los Angeles County applicants only. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and other applicable local and state laws.

Plant Location

Niagara Plant Name
DALLAS