Forklift Operator (nights 7pm-7am on 2-2-3 schedule)

Niagara Bottling, LLC; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Niagara Bottling is seeking a Forklift Operator for night shifts in Aurora, Colorado. The role involves safely operating forklifts to manage inventory and support production. Candidates should have experience in a manufacturing environment and a valid forklift certification. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Safely operate motorized forklifts to load and unload trucks.
• Maintain inventory and clear the production area.
• Document actions and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety Prioritization

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

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.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

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

Forklift Operator (nights 7pm-7am on 2-2-3 schedule)

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

Essential Functions

• Move levers and press pedals to drive the truck and control the movement of the lifting apparatus.
• Unload and stack materials by raising and lowering the lifting device.
• Plan supply and material requirements by studying the production schedule; schedule deliveries to the production area.
• Retrieve supplies and materials by studying specifications; locate and verify supplies and materials; secure pallets on trucks; move pallets to production locations.
• Maintain inventory in the production area by anticipating and tracking usage; report discrepancies.
• Clear the production area by securing and moving finished pallets; move empty pallets.
• Document actions by logging movements of supplies, materials, and finished goods.
• Maintain a safe work environment by watching for foot traffic; following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Keep forklifts operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventative maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change at any time.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in field or similar manufacturing environment
• Experience in the position
• Experience managing people/projects

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

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience in field or similar manufacturing environment
• 2 years of experience working in the position
• 2 years of experience managing people/projects

*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: Safety prioritization, respecting others, resolving customer issues, and honoring commitments.
• InnovACT: Continuous improvement, adaptability, efficiency.
• Find a Way: Developing technical knowledge, understanding interdepartmental impacts, seeking solutions.
• Empowered to be Great: Self-growth, clear communication, expectation management.

Education

Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience

Preferred: Associate's Degree

Certification/License

Required: Forklift certification

Foreign Language

Required: Minimum Professional Proficiency

Preferred: Full Professional Proficiency

Compensation Range

Pay Rate: $19.53 - $26.36 per hour

Benefits

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 agencies: Résumé submissions imply consent for Niagara to use the applicant’s résumé at its discretion.

Niagara Plant Name: DENVER