Forklift Operator US

Refresco•Woodway, TX

25d

About The Position

The Forklift Operator loads and unloads raw materials from incoming trucks, validates quantities using Blind Count Sheets or SAP transactions, transports materials to designated areas, and supplies production lines as needed. The role performs warehouse functions using forklift-mounted Vehicle Mounted Units (VMUs) and operates powered industrial trucks in a fast-paced production environment. It also includes pre-trip forklift inspections, safe forklift battery or propane tank changes, maintaining clean work areas, and other driving or production machine operation duties as directed. The operator must follow health, safety, personal protective equipment, Good Manufacturing Practices, food quality, and food safety requirements. The work takes place in a structured, supervised production plant with moving equipment, noise requiring hearing protection, and temperatures that may be very hot or relatively cold. Weekday, weekend, afternoon, evening, overnight, and holiday work may be required, with overtime scheduled as needed. No travel is anticipated.

Requirements

Ability to read and write job instructions in the acceptable language(s) specified for the location.
Ability to perform basic computer functions.
Demonstrated ability to operate powered industrial trucks.
Forklift certification from an approved Refresco trainer.
High school certification or equivalent (GED).
Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including frequent standing or sitting, lifting at least 50 pounds, carrying and lifting, and forklift driving.
Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise equipment control.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of work experience in a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with warehouse management software for tracking inventory and logistics.
Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data.
Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production.
Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
Participation in safety audits and inspections to help ensure a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

Follow health and safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices, and required personal protective equipment rules in warehouse and production areas.
Adhere to food quality and food safety guidelines and applicable Refresco, customer, and governing-body standards.
Load and unload incoming raw materials, transport them to designated areas, and validate quantities using Blind Count Sheets or SAP transactions.
Use SAP through forklift-mounted Vehicle Mounted Units (VMUs) to perform loading, unloading, and other warehouse functions.
Operate powered industrial trucks in a fast-paced environment.
Supply raw materials to production lines as required.
Perform pre-trip forklift inspections and follow safety procedures for changing forklift batteries or propane tanks.
Perform other driving activities as directed by leadership.
Clean and maintain work areas throughout the shift.
Represent the company positively.
Perform production machine operation duties as assigned.