Forklift Operator US

Refresco Careers•Waco, TX

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator works in a fast-paced production plant, handling raw materials and other warehouse activities with powered industrial trucks. The role includes using forklift-mounted vehicle units and SAP for warehouse transactions, validating quantities, supplying production lines, and following food safety, quality, and workplace safety standards. The operator must maintain a clean work area, complete forklift inspections, and represent the company positively. Some production machine operation duties may also be assigned. The schedule may include weekdays, weekends, afternoons, evenings, overnight shifts, and holidays; overtime may be scheduled as needed. The position involves a structured and supervised environment with moving equipment, significant noise requiring hearing protection, and temperatures that may become very hot or relatively cold. No travel is anticipated.

Requirements

High school certification or equivalent (GED).
Capability to read and write job instructions in the specified acceptable language(s) for the location.
Ability to perform basic computer functions.
Ability to demonstrate basic operation of powered industrial trucks.
Forklift certification by an approved Refresco trainer.
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 is preferred.
Familiarity with warehouse management software for tracking inventory and logistics.
Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data.
Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production.

Responsibilities

Follow health and safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices, and required personal protective equipment procedures in warehouse and production areas.
Follow food quality and food safety guidelines established by Refresco, customers, and governing bodies such as SQF.
Load and unload incoming trucks and transport raw materials to designated areas.
Validate quantities using Blind Count Sheets or SAP transactions performed on the forklift computer.
Use SAP through Vehicle Mounted Units installed on forklifts and perform warehouse functions using the forklift VMU.
Operate powered industrial trucks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining required in-house forklift certification.
Supply raw materials to production lines as required.
Perform pre-trip forklift inspections and follow forklift battery or propane tank changing safety procedures.
Perform other driving activities as directed by leadership.
Clean and maintain work areas throughout the shift.
Represent the company in a positive manner.
Perform production machine operation duties as assigned.
Participate in safety audits and inspections to support a safe working environment.