Forklift Operator II

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

Job summary

Niagara Bottling is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator II to join their team in Dallas, TX. The ideal candidate will operate forklifts to ensure efficient loading and unloading processes while maintaining inventory and adhering to safety standards. This role offers a dynamic work environment with competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Safely operate motorized forklifts to load and unload trucks.
• Maintain inventory and document actions related to supplies.
• Clear production areas and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Safety

Efficiency

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Forklift

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.

Consider applying here if you want to:

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Forklift Operator II

As a Team Member, you will safely and efficiently operate motorized forklifts to load and unload trucks, pull pallets of finished products from production lines, and place finished products in the warehouse as directed by the onboard WMS system.

Essential Functions

• Operate the forklift by moving levers and pressing pedals to control movement and lifting.
• Unload and stack materials by raising and lowering the lifting device.
• Plan supply and material requirements by studying production schedules and scheduling deliveries.
• Retrieve supplies by studying specifications, locating, verifying, and securing pallets on trucks, and moving pallets to production locations.
• Maintain inventory by tracking usage and reporting discrepancies.
• Clear production areas by securing and moving finished and empty pallets.
• Document actions by logging movements of supplies, materials, and finished goods.
• Maintain a safe work environment by following safety standards and procedures and complying with regulations.
• Keep the forklift in good working condition through proper operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs.
• Participate in educational opportunities to update job knowledge.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in a similar environment and role.

*Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.

Competencies

This position embodies Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on:

• Lead Like an Owner: Prioritize safety, respect others, and respond promptly to customer needs.
• InnovACT: Recommend improvements, adapt to changes, and improve efficiency.
• Find a Way: Seek knowledge, understand impacts, and find solutions.
• Empowered to be Great: Pursue growth, communicate effectively, and manage expectations.

Education

• Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree.

Certification/License

• Forklift certification is required.

Language Proficiency

• Minimum Professional Proficiency required; Full Professional Proficiency preferred.

Benefits

Learn more about our benefits at https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

* Los Angeles County applicants only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws.

* Employment agency submissions: Résumés submitted by agencies will become property of Niagara Bottling, LLC, and may be considered at our discretion without fees.