Forklift Operator US - 1st shift

Refresco Group; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Accounts

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Pet Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

12 Paid Holidays

5 Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time

Discount and Total Reward Programs

Job summary

Refresco Beverages US Inc. is seeking a warehouse associate in Modesto, CA. The role involves loading and unloading materials, operating forklifts, and ensuring GMP and safety standards are met throughout the shift.

Responsibilities include material handling, SAP/VKU usage, and assisting production lines while maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The position may include production duties and requires applicable certifications and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years in manufacturing preferred.
• Forklift certification required.
• Able to read/write in English.
• Basic computer skills and SAP access.
• Ability to operate powered industrial trucks safely.
• Safety-focused with GMP awareness.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload raw materials from trucks and move to designated areas.
• Verify quantities using Blind Count Sheets or SAP.
• Operate SAP via VMUs on forklifts.
• Maintain safe operations of powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Supply raw materials to production lines as required.
• Perform pre-trip forklift inspections and battery changes as needed.
• Keep work areas clean and organized throughout the shift.
• Represent the company positively at all times.
• May perform production machine operation duties.

Skills

Forklift certified

SAP knowledge

PIT operation

Safety awareness

Reading/writing instructions

Computer literacy

Problem-solving

Warehouse software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP VMU

Forklift equipment

Job description

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

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. 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 wouldYOUput 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 = Occasionally (16-45%) F = Frequently (46-100%)

Physical Demand

R

O

F

Stand or Sit

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

X

X

Carry weight, lift

X

Walking

X

Driving (forklift)

X

Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance

X

• Visual/Sensory – This position requires regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Coordination and Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment.
• Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy and or similar demands.

Other Duties

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

A Career with Refresco

Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:

Pay Range: $18.98-23.73 per hour (depending on education and experience), plus eligibility for performance-based bonuses based on company objectives

Shift: 1st

Status: Non-Exempt

• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Short-term disability and long-term disability
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 5 Vacation Days and Paid (Sick) Time OffDays in accordance with applicable law
• Discount and Total Reward Programs

The applicant who is hired will receive wages within the range that will be based on several factors, including, as applicable, criteria such as years and type of experience, relevant education, training, qualifications, certifications/l/censing, skills, geographic location, performance, market considerations, seniority system, merit system, systems that measure earnings by quantity or quality of production, and business or organizational needs (such as whether the position requires regular and necessary travel).

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Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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