Forklift Operator II - 2nd Shift

Coca-Cola Consolidated; West Memphis (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Career growth

Job summary

Join Coca-Cola Consolidated in West Memphis for a Forklift Operator II on the 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 2:00pm–10:30pm) with potential weekend/holiday needs. You will move materials, load/unload trailers, and document activities using SAP/CONA handhelds.

Ideal candidates hold forklift and switcher certifications, may require CDL where applicable, and will work in a safety-conscious, high-activity environment with temperature variability.

Qualifications

• Forklift and pallet jack certification are required.
• Switcher operation certification is required.
• Class A CDL where required.

Responsibilities

• Move and unload assets using forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Secure outbound loads and attach proper documentation (STO).
• Load/unload trailers to support delivery activities and update SAP/CONA via handhelds.

Skills

Forklift operation

Switcher operation

Safety compliance

Documentation

Teamwork

Reading SOPs

Communication

Temperature tolerance

Tools

SAP handhelds

CONA handhelds

Job description

Locations: West Memphis

Schedule: 2nd Shift, Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm, weekends/holidays per business needs.

Requisition ID: 263519

Locations: West Memphis

Pay Range: $18.72 - $20.16 Hourly, depending on experience

Schedule: 2nd Shift, Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm, weekends/holidays per business needs.

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Job Overview

The Forklift Operator II is responsible for completing material movement throughout the facility and grounds by moving, loading, and unloading assets using a wide variety of material handling equipment at a proficient level, such as a forklift and, or pallet jack.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Pull specific vending and cold drink equipment to fulfill sales request needs
• Ensure all Outbound loads are secured and safe by applying protective wrapping as needed and that the proper documentation is attached (STO)
• Load and unload trailers, as needed, to support delivery activities following CCCI SOPs to ensure accuracy by updating SAP, CONA via handhelds for accountability of Inbound and outbound loads to, from territories supported by Regional Operation Center
• Perform all safety and housekeeping activities, including conducting pre-and post-trip checks, reviewing daily documentation for accuracy, and keeping the work area neat and clutter-free
• Perform miscellaneous activities as directed, assist with staging equipment and other movements, including junking equipment and yard maintenance
• Utilize a switcher to maneuver 53’ and pup trailers to the dock as needed
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Working knowledge of basic safety principles, including proper lifting and use of personal protective equipment
• Advanced forklift skills (single-wide), with the ability to operate forklifts safely and efficiently in a small area
• Basic pallet-jack skills
• Rudimentary mechanical skills and simple tool usage
• Ability to operate multiple pieces of simple machinery
• Read and Follow written SOP’s or instructions
• Complete forms (handwritten and, or computer-based) to document activities and results
• Follow verbal instructions Intermediate math skills
• Thorough understanding of elements contributing to productivity
• Capacity to assess order building, loading workflow and choose optimum pick, load path
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple processes to support overall system efficiency
• Ability to consistently count received and compare to manifest with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to consistently load trucks following documentation with a high degree of accuracy
• Possess strong communication skills
• Must be able to work in extremely high and low temperatures, noisy conditions, slippery walking surfaces, and broken glass
• Occasionally lifting over 25 lbs. and rarely up to or over 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit for long periods
• Frequent getting on, off of a forklift
• Opening and closing truck dock doors
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Forklift, pallet jack certification
• Switcher operation certification
• Class A CDL where required
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a logistics environment
• Understanding of truck, trailer loading strategies, and weight distribution principles
  
  
  

Work Environment

Noisy and non-temperature-controlled environment including high and low-temperature environments

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.