Forklift Operator Lead

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

401(k) with employer match

Child & Elder Care

Adoption Benefits

Parental Leave

Fertility Benefits

ERGs

Breastmilk Shipping

Dependent Scholarship

Education Assistance

Employee Assistance

Wellness Platform

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator Lead in Dallas, TX for a 3rd shift role. You will lead a team of forklift operators, coordinate material flow, and ensure accurate loading, unloading, and inventory handling at the facility.

The position requires forklift operation experience, leadership capabilities, and the ability to work extended hours including weekends and holidays. Certification is preferred, with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 1 year of forklift operation experience.
• Must be certified or able to obtain certification.
• Strong leadership and supervision skills.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks
• Coordinate materials throughout the facility
• Monitor, count, track and receive materials
• Direct daily workflow of forklift operators and lead the crew
• Provide feedback and communicate effectively
• Operate propane or battery-powered forklift and pallet jack as needed
• Assist with unloading

Skills

Forklift operation

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Propane forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Forklift Operator Lead - Dallas, TX

Loads, unloads, stages, pulls and distributes pallets of product supplies. Rotates floor stock by moving oldest product first. Performs other Warehouse or production duties as assigned. Must be certified. Lead role to other fork lift operators who will assign and regulate workflow.

Job Overview

Forklift Operator Lead - Dallas, TX

Loads, unloads, stages, pulls and distributes pallets of product supplies. Rotates floor stock by moving oldest product first. Performs other Warehouse or production duties as assigned. Must be certified. Lead role to other fork lift operators who will assign and regulate workflow.

Shift & Schedule

This is a full time position working 3rd Shift 10pm to 6:30a. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends and holidays as scheduled is required.

Position Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks
• Coordinating materials throughout the KDP facility
• Monitoring, counting, tracking and receiving of materials
• Directs daily work flow of forklift operators and stepping in where needed. Ability to lead the crew with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to multi-task and provide feedback
• May load route trucks and semi-trailers with propane or battery-operated forklift and/or pallet jack, moving product in and out of the warehouse as required
• Assist with unloading

Total Rewards

• Pay starting at $24.76 per hour. The employee will move to a higher rate of $26.12 per hour in the quarter after their 6 month anniversary.
• Benefits, subject to eligibility: Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off, 401(k) program with employer match, Child & Elder Care, Adoption Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Employee Resource Groups, Breastmilk Shipping Services, Dependent Scholarship Program, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Personalized Wellness Platform and more!

Requirements

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred
• 1 year of forklift operation experience
• Lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly

Company Overview

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single-serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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