Material Handling Operator

PERNOD RICARD ESPAÑA; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pernod Ricard USA, based in Fort Smith, Arkansas, seeks a warehouse operator to manage automated systems and inventory. You will move, receive, store, and load dry goods and finished products in a safety‑sensitive role with emphasis on accuracy and efficiency.

Key duties include operating forklifts and related equipment, pulling and staging orders, and ensuring timely inbound/outbound shipments. Strong preference for a high school diploma and warehouse experience.

Qualifications

• Education: High School or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience/Background: Production, inventory, warehousing.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates one or more of the following machines: Forklift, Multishifter, Manlift, Wrapper, Conveyor, and Pallet Magazine.
• Maintain workload for accurate pulling, staging, and loading orders for shipment.
• Ensure inbound and outbound ship dates are met.
• Retrieve and store finished goods and dry supplies in all warehouse locations.
• Observe product for quality standards and make transactions in a timely and accurate manner.

Skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Multishifter

Manlift

Wrapper

Conveyor

Job description

Company Name: Pernod Ricard USA Location: Fort Smith, AR Working for Pernod Ricard USA means creating great company every day. It means working for the co-leader in the global wines and spirits industry – and collaborating with passionate people on successful premium brands in an entrepreneurial way. Our people are at the core of our success. Everyone adds a vital ingredient to our mix, bringing a personal touch and individual qualities that make Pernod Ricard even better. We work together with a shared commitment to our values: Entrepreneurial Spirit; Mutual trust; A strong sense of ethics; and A relentless commitment to growth Pernod Ricard USA rewards both individual initiative and a spirit of collaboration and encourages ongoing professional development and growth. We believe in championing an inclusive culture that embraces differences and encourages employees to challenge themselves and their colleagues. We never settle for “good enough” but stretch ourselves and our teams towards improvement and progress in all we do. Learn more about our history, values, strategies and organization by visiting us at http://www.pernod-ricard-usa.com/ At Pernod Ricard, your safety and well-being are our top priority. As of December 1,2022, Covid vaccinations will not be required of new and existing employees, but we strongly encourage everyone to follow local public health recommendations, including keeping vaccinations up to date.

Position Summary

Operate computer systems for automated system and corporate inventory system to receive, store, or retrieve dry supplies or finished goods. Operate machines required to move, receive, store, and load dry supplies and finished goods. This is a safety sensitive role.

Accountabilities

• Safely Operates one or more of the following machines or combination of machines. Forklift, Multishifter, Manlift, Wrapper, Conveyer, and Pallet Magazine.
• Maintain workload for accurate pulling, staging, and loading orders for shipment.
• Ensure inbound and outbound ship dates are met.
• Retrieve and store finished goods and dry supplies in all warehouse locations.
• Observe product for quality standards and make transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain all safety and housekeeping standards and ensure all requirements are being meet in protective attire in work areas as required.

Requirements

• Education: High School or equivalent is preferred
• Experience/Background: Production, inventory, warehousing

QSE Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to the PR USA, Fort Smith QSE Management System policy, procedures, and dedication to the achievement of Operational Excellence, business performance, and sustainability through: Producing quality products with a focus on customer satisfaction and cost effective operations
• Identifying and reducing product safety risks and practicing good manufacturing practices
• Practicing safety awareness and safe work practices to ensure the health, safety and welfare of employees, contractors and visitors: by identifying and reducing safety risks, maintaining a clean work environment, and practicing good health, hygiene, and safety practices
• Protection of the environment through recycling, minimizing waste, and conservation of natural resources

The hourly range for this role, based in Fort Smith, Arkansas is $17.75 to $27.00, range will vary if outside of this location. Hourly Rates are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Pernod Ricard USA offers competitive compensation, performance bonuses and domestic & international career development opportunities.

Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Posting End Date: Target Hire Date: 2023-05-29 Target End Date:

Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive and responsible culture of authentic conviviality.

Pernod Ricard’s consolidated sales amounted to € 10,959 million in fiscal year FY25. Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN Code: FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 index.