Forklift Operator Union

Refresc

Greendale (IN)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 33,000

Full time

11 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Safety gear provided

Training opportunities

Job summary

Refresco, the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands, is seeking a warehouse associate to handle raw materials, operate forklifts, and support production lines. You will use SAP VMU, manage inventory, and maintain safety standards in a fast-paced plant.

You will work with GMPs, QA guidelines, and a variety of warehouse software to ensure accurate material flow. Overtime and shift flexibility are required in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

Ability to read and write job instructions in location language(s).
Must perform basic computer functions.
Must demonstrate basic operation of powered industrial trucks.
Forklift certified by Refresco trainer.
Capable of quick problem solving to resolve operational issues.
Familiarity with warehouse management software for tracking inventory and logistics.
Basic computer skills for production software and data logging.
Analytical thinking to optimize production parameters.
Participation in safety audits to ensure a safe workplace.

Responsibilities

Adhere to GMPs and PPE requirements in warehouse/production areas.
Follow food quality and safety guidelines (SQF, etc.).
Load/unload raw materials from trucks and verify quantities.
Use SAP VMU on forklifts and in SAP transactions.
Perform forklift operations and other warehouse tasks using VMU.
Supply materials to production lines as required.
Conduct pre-trip forklift inspections and safe handling of batteries/propanes.
Complete other duties as directed by leadership.
Maintain clean work areas and represent the company positively.
Potentially operate production machinery as needed.

Skills

Read & write instructions

Basic computer skills

Forklift operation

Problem solving

Warehouse software familiarity

Data analysis

Safety audits

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

VMU forklift

SAP

Warehouse management software

Job description

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

Essential Job Functions:

Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and adhere to the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts).
Responsible for adhering to food quality and food safety guidelines per Refresco, Customer and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF) standards.
Load and unload raw materials from incoming trucks and transport them to designated areas. Validate quantities by use of Blind Count Sheets or use of SAP transactions performed on forklift computer.
Ability to use SAP database through Vehicle Mounted Units (VMUs) installed on forklifts.
Load/unload trucks and perform all other warehouse functions within SAP using the forklift VMU.
Ability to operate powered industrial trucks (PIT’s) in a high paced environment and be in-house forklift certified.
Supply raw materials to the production lines as required.
Perform pre-trip forklift inspections and adhere to forklift battery or propane tank changing operations and safety procedures.
Perform any other driving activities as directed by leadership.
Clean/maintain work areas throughout the shift.
Represents the company in a positive manner at all times.
May have production machine operation duties.

Required Skills:

Capability to read and write job instructions in the specified acceptable language(s) for the location.
Must be able to perform basic computer functions.
Must demonstrate the basic operation of powered industrial trucks.
Must be forklift certified by an approved Refresco trainer.
Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
Technology: Familiarity with warehouse management software for tracking inventory and logistics.
Technology: Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data.
Cognitive: Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production.
Safety and Risk Management: Participation in safety audits and inspections to ensure a safe working environment.

Education and Experience:

High School Certification or equivalent (GED).
3 years + work experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Working Conditions:

Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise level requires hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot / and or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised.

Travel Requirements:

0% travel anticipated.

Physical Requirements:

R = Rarely (0-15%) O = Occassionally (16-45%) F = Frequently (46-100%)

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