Night Shift Material Handler – Forklift & Inventory

Coca-Cola HBC; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company in Auburndale, FL is seeking a Material Handler to move product between trucks, racks, and designated areas, ensuring continuous production flow and on-time distribution.

This night-shift role requires safe forklift operation, real-time use of handheld scanners, strict GMP adherence, and accurate recording of movements when systems are down.

You will perform pre-shift forklift inspections, support sanitation, and work within a team to meet performance targets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current forklift operator certification or ability to obtain certification before operating powered equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English for safety and documentation purposes.
• Flexibility to work 8- or 12-hour shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Capability to move and lift materials weighing up to 50 lbs. for distances of 10 feet or more.
• Must complete and pass training and certification requirements within the designated timeline.
• Basic familiarity with digital tools or handheld scanning equipment for inventory and workflow tracking.
• Demonstrated understanding of workplace safety practices and compliance with manufacturing protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in fast-paced environments.
• Commitment to working collaboratively within a team-oriented environment to achieve performance targets.

Responsibilities

• Move product between trucks, storage racks, and designated areas to maintain production flow.
• Operate forklifts and related equipment to facilitate accurate handling of goods.
• Manage product movement using handheld terminals and laser scanning devices with real-time accuracy.
• Complete manual recording of product movements during downtime or offline scenarios.
• Conduct pre-operation forklift inspections each shift to maintain safety and compliance.
• Support sanitation initiatives by performing cleaning activities in GMP compliance.
• Follow all SOPs and maintain compliance with quality assurance programs.

Skills

Forklift operation

English literacy

Handheld scanners

Inventory control

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Attention to detail

GMP knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift (certification)

Handheld scanning equipment

Warehouse management system (WMS)

Job description

The Coca-Cola Company in Auburndale, FL is seeking a Material Handler to move product between trucks, racks, and designated areas, ensuring continuous production flow and on-time distribution.

This night-shift role requires safe forklift operation, real-time use of handheld scanners, strict GMP adherence, and accurate recording of movements when systems are down.

You will perform pre-shift forklift inspections, support sanitation, and work within a team to meet performance targets.