Forklift Operator II - Precision Material Movement

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC in Louisville, KY seeks an experienced Forklift Operator II to move and manage materials across the facility. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, pull equipment for sales requests, and ensure secure outbound loads with proper documentation, while following SAP/CONA handheld workflows.

You will perform pre/post-trip safety checks, maintain a clean work area, and assist with yard movements. CDL/Class A may be required where applicable.

Qualifications

• Switcher operation certification is required.
• CDL Class A is required where job dictates.
• Experience with SAP and handheld devices for inbound/outbound loads.

Responsibilities

• Move, load, and unload assets using forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Pull vending and equipment to fulfill sales requests and ensure loads are secured.
• Load/unload trailers and document activities with accuracy.
• Follow SOPs, maintain safety and housekeeping, and support yard maintenance.
• Operate a switcher for 53’ and pup trailers to the dock.
• Ensure accurate counts and documentation for inbound/outbound loads.

Skills

Safety principles

Forklift operation (single-wide)

Pallet-jack skills

Machinery operation

Read and follow SOPs

Documentation / forms

Verbal instruction compliance

Intermediate math

Productivity awareness

Communication skills

Temperature/work environment tolerance

Stamina for lifting 25–50 lbs

Sit for long periods

Forklift on/off frequent

Dock door operation

Switcher operation certification

Education

Switcher operation certification

CDL Class A where required

Tools

SAP

CONA handhelds

Job description

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC in Louisville, KY seeks an experienced Forklift Operator II to move and manage materials across the facility. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, pull equipment for sales requests, and ensure secure outbound loads with proper documentation, while following SAP/CONA handheld workflows.

You will perform pre/post-trip safety checks, maintain a clean work area, and assist with yard movements. CDL/Class A may be required where applicable.