Forklift Operator II - Second Shift, Growth & Benefits

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated in La Vergne, TN is hiring a Forklift Operator II to move and load materials throughout the facility using forklifts and pallet jacks.

This role supports outbound and inbound logistics, requires safety focus, and offers opportunities for growth and training. Weekend needs and a second shift are part of the schedule.

Join a team that emphasizes reliability, accuracy, and contributing to smooth operations in a dynamic bottling environment.

Qualifications

• 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

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-tripchecks,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

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Safety principles

SOP compliance

Machinery operation

Math skills

Communication

Education

Forklift certification

Switcher operation certification

Class A CDL

Job description

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated in La Vergne, TN is hiring a Forklift Operator II to move and load materials throughout the facility using forklifts and pallet jacks.

This role supports outbound and inbound logistics, requires safety focus, and offers opportunities for growth and training. Weekend needs and a second shift are part of the schedule.

Join a team that emphasizes reliability, accuracy, and contributing to smooth operations in a dynamic bottling environment.