Forklift Operator I

Niagara Bottling•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Forklift Operator I safely and efficiently operates a motorized forklift to load and unload trucks, retrieve finished-product pallets from production lines, and place finished product in the warehouse as directed by an onboard WMS system. The role supports production by planning and moving supplies and materials, monitoring inventory, documenting material movements, and keeping production areas clear. It also involves maintaining safe operating conditions and following forklift maintenance and repair procedures. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function. Duties and responsibilities may change, and the description is not intended to list every activity required of the employee.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to safely operate a sit-down motorized forklift.
Ability to navigate within a WMS system.
Forklift certification.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum professional proficiency in a foreign language.
Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
Two years of experience working in the position.
Two years of experience managing people or projects.
Associate's degree.
Full professional proficiency in a foreign language.

Responsibilities

Operate a motorized forklift, using its controls to drive and manage the lifting apparatus.
Unload and stack materials by raising and lowering the lifting device.
Plan supply and material needs based on production schedules and schedule deliveries to production areas.
Locate and verify supplies and materials, secure pallets on the truck, and move pallets to production locations.
Maintain production-area inventory by anticipating and tracking usage and reporting discrepancies.
Clear production areas by moving finished pallets and empty pallets.
Document movements of supplies, materials, and finished goods.
Maintain a safe work environment by watching for foot traffic and following applicable standards, procedures, and regulations.
Keep the forklift operational by following instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
Participate in educational opportunities to update job knowledge.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

Paid time off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical coverage, including virtual care options.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for team members and household family members.
Family Building Benefits, including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
Income protection, including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and an accident plan.
Special discount programs, including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, and airport parking.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan, and scholarship opportunities.