Material Handler - Nights
About The Position
The Material Handler supports production and distribution operations at The Coca-Cola Company’s Auburndale, Florida facility by maintaining accurate inventory flow and ensuring work is completed safely and to quality standards. The role moves products between trucks, storage racks, and designated areas; operates forklifts and related equipment; and uses handheld terminals and laser scanners to track product, lot codes, and locations. During system downtime, the handler records product movements manually. The position also includes forklift inspections, sanitation and cleaning under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and compliance with standard operating procedures, safety systems, and quality assurance programs. The employer provides on-the-job training and opportunities to develop skills in manufacturing processes, digital tracking, operational excellence, safety compliance, and continuous improvement. The schedule may involve 8-hour or 12-hour shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays based on business needs. Travel is listed as 00%–25%, and relocation is not provided.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Current forklift operator certification, or ability to obtain certification before operating powered industrial equipment.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in English for safety and documentation purposes.
- Ability to work 8-hour or 12-hour shifts and overtime, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.
- Ability to move and lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds for distances of 10 feet or more.
- Must complete and pass required training and certification within the designated timeline.
- Basic familiarity with digital tools or handheld scanning equipment for inventory and workflow tracking.
- Demonstrated understanding of workplace safety practices and manufacturing protocols.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability and commitment to collaborate in a team-oriented environment to achieve performance targets.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and not require company sponsorship to continue working legally in the United States.
Responsibilities
- Move product between trucks, storage racks, and designated areas to maintain production flow and meet distribution schedules.
- Operate forklifts and related equipment to handle goods accurately and efficiently.
- Use handheld terminals and laser scanning devices to record item numbers, lot codes, and location data in real time.
- Manually record product movements during system downtime or offline scenarios.
- Conduct pre-operation forklift inspections each shift.
- Perform required cleaning activities in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Follow safety systems, quality standards, standard operating procedures, and the company’s quality assurance programs.
- Complete the position’s training and certification requirements within the designated timeline.
Benefits
- Comprehensive on-the-job training.
- Training programs and exposure to continuous improvement methodologies.
- Opportunities to learn manufacturing processes, material handling systems, operational excellence practices, digital tracking systems, and safety compliance.
- Career growth opportunities within a global organization.
- A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
