Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

The Coca-Cola Company • Allentown, PA

5d • $44,761 - $55,161 • Onsite

About The Position

The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a Forklift Operator for its Allentown, Pennsylvania production facility. The role supports manufacturing operations by moving raw materials, finished goods, and inventory in a fast-paced environment while meeting safety, quality, and operational standards. The operator handles receiving, staging, and shipping; transfers materials from external warehouses; and stages ingredients for production lines. The position also involves documenting inventory transactions, resolving inventory discrepancies, supporting warehouse improvement efforts, maintaining GMP-compliant work areas, and performing basic equipment checks. Work may involve various shifts, extended hours, weekends, and 12-hour shifts as operational needs require. Applicants must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 2 years of forklift operation experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Familiarity with shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations, including computerized Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Ability to identify material and product defects through visual inspection.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and comprehend English for operational instructions and documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot and promptly resolve production- or inventory-related issues.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and manual dexterity to operate equipment controls.
• Ability to work various shifts, extended hours, weekends, and 12-hour shifts as operational needs require.
• Reliable attendance and ability to maintain focus while working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety, structured problem-solving, and process discipline.
• Current authorization to work full-time in the United States without requiring company sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Handle materials accurately and promptly for receiving, staging, and shipping to support manufacturing schedules.
• Operate forklifts and related equipment in accordance with regulatory and company safety standards.
• Transfer raw materials from external warehouses to the production plant and stage ingredients for production lines.
• Verify documentation for incoming and outgoing materials and record inventory transactions.
• Investigate discrepancies between physical inventory and system data and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Support continuous improvement in warehouse operations, with a focus on efficiency, accuracy, and waste reduction.
• Maintain cleanliness and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance in assigned work areas and equipment.
• Collaborate with production and warehouse teams to address operational challenges and maintain workflow.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance checks on forklifts and related equipment as needed.
• Follow company safety rules and promptly report unsafe conditions or equipment issues.

Benefits

• Training to strengthen technical expertise, inventory systems knowledge, and safety practices.
• Opportunities to work with advanced manufacturing systems in a high-volume production environment.
• Cross-functional teamwork opportunities to build operational and problem-solving skills.
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization.
• A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position.

What This Job Offers

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