Keg Dock Forklift Operator – 1st Shift Warehouse

J.J. Taylor; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading beverage distributor as a Keg Dock Forklift Operator in sunny Tampa, Florida! This exciting role involves maintaining warehouse organization, processing returned products, and ensuring kegs are sorted for reuse. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you'll play a key part in our mission to be the 'First Choice' distributor. Enjoy a full-time schedule, competitive pay, and excellent benefits, including medical and 401K matching. If you're ready to advance your career in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

401K with 60% matching

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Short-term Disability

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience desired.
• Must complete in-house forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Strip delivery trucks of all garbage and debris upon return.
• Inspect and sort returned package products.
• Organize keg returns by size and brand.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Warehouse Organization

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Keg Dock Forklift Operator – 1st Shift Warehouse

Tampa, FL, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00 AM

J.J. Taylor Distributing, Florida Inc. is a leading beer distributor in Florida and distributes products from suppliers including Miller, Coors, Heineken, Guinness, Yuengling, Sierra Nevada, and Sam Adams, just to name a few. Our mission is to be the “First Choice” distributor for our Employees, Customers, and Suppliers as the variety leader in the beverage industry.

If you’re ready to advance your career and help us be “First Choice” by maintaining the world’s leading brands, fill out our application form by pressing “Apply” below.

Work Schedule: Full time, Tuesday- Saturday, 9 AM- 5:30 PM

Pay: $16- $18 depending on experience

401K : 60% matching up to 10% of salary

Benefits :Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, company-paid long term & short term disability, company-paid life insurance, and many other programs available

General Summary
Our Company In-Bound Team is responsible for processing returned products from delivery trucks and maintaining warehouse organization. They strip trucks of all debris and garbage before assessing returned products, determining whether items are salvageable, need repacking, or require disposal. Team members handle both kegs and package returns, ensuring products are properly sorted and prepared for redistribution or disposal. Kegs are organized by size and brand for return to the brewery for refilling and reuse. This role requires attention to detail, organization, and forklift operation skills.

Location: Tampa, Florida
Come join us in the beautiful waterfront city of Tampa, Florida. With year-round sunshine, miles of beaches, and countless events, there is something here for everyone. We are home to three professional sports teams, amusement parks, great schools, and plenty more.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strip delivery trucks of all garbage and debris upon return.
• Unload returned products from delivery trucks.
• Inspect and sort returned package products to determine if they are salvageable, damaged, or a total loss.
• Organize keg returns by size and brand for return to the brewery.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization.
• Work overtime when required.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous warehouse experience desired.
• Must be able to complete the in-house forklift certification program.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to regularly lift and move products up to 49 lbs.
• Able to work overtime when required.

Working Conditions:

• Warehouse environment with exposure to extreme temperatures, machinery with moving parts, and dusty conditions.
• Possible exposure to chemicals, fumes, loud noise, and high places.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.

All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion ofa physical agility assessment, drugscreen and background check.

J.J. Taylor is an equal opportunity employer and government contractor. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.