Forklift Operator - A Shift (Days)

Carolina Beverage • Mooresville, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe shipping and receiving of raw materials and finished goods. This full-time role is based in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and works a 12-hour day shift from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule, working 15 days per month. The position operates a sit-down forklift for the entire shift and supports warehouse inventory, production, and food-safety requirements.

The work environment includes production and warehouse areas, potentially damp or occasionally slippery floors, mechanical equipment and vibration, and noise requiring earplugs. Temperatures may vary with outside weather. Hairnets are required and jewelry may not be worn on the production floor. Products contain alcohol, and the employer cannot guarantee a position, schedule, or work environment that avoids working around alcohol. Physical demands include frequent lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds, standing, and use of hands and arms, as well as occasional walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.

Requirements

• Forklift certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret in English.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records, with math and science skills.
• 1–3 years of warehouse or forklift experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP or other inventory management systems.
• Experience with GMP and/or HACCP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment in accordance with company GMPs and safety protocols.
• Assist with setting up and controlling the FEFO/FIFO inventory system to maintain product and materials flow to departments.
• Follow best practices for load handling and paperwork.
• Train or mentor new hires as assigned by supervisors.
• Ensure production has the correct packaging for the day.
• Maintain accurate counts of finished product and submit daily counts to the office at the end of each shift.
• Verify products are properly labeled with date code, pallet number, state, and hold status, as applicable.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with other personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required by a supervisor or customer.
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices in the Employee Handbook, quality production requirements, and food-safety requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a health savings account; coverage begins the first of the month following 60 days.
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match, available after the first paycheck.
• Opportunity to earn monthly performance-based bonuses.
• Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Annual training and evaluations, cross-training, and internal transfer opportunities.
• Referral bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED