Seasonal Forklift Operator

About the position

Primo Brands is looking for a Seasonal Forklift Operators for the Warehouse to support customer demand. This role is full-time during our 'busy season' which will vary year to year. Factory Location: Poland, ME. Compensation: $21.00/hour. Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12:00pm to 8:00pm. Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs. Must be able to attend training during the day.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to move raw materials or finished products to the warehouse or onto trucks for distribution to customers
• Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain energy source for lift
• Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance on palletizing equipment
• Conduct hourly quality checks and inspect full goods and pallets or other raw materials as needed
• Complete and maintain quality, inventory, and preventative maintenance documentation
• Use scanning equipment to ensure accurate tracking of inventory within the facility
• Work as a team with other forklift drivers to prevent line stoppages and improve operations
• Maintain work area in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Monitor and track equipment downtime, equipment output, and other key metrics
• Meet or exceed performance goals, including pallets/labor hour, line loading, and truck turn time
• Interact with production and warehouse team members, quality control, and maintenance to maximize output and efficiency
• Cross train to perform other lift and off lift activities as required
• Provide vacation coverage to team members
• Participate in Safety Initiatives

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Two or more years prior forklift experience with a solid safety record, ideally in a fast-paced forklift environment
• Prior exposure to manufacturing desired, preferably the food or beverage industry with knowledge of GMPs
• Solid computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and the use of warehouse management systems (WMS) and business management software, SAP preferred
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and comfort working in a fast-paced forklift environment
• Ability to work independently or with a team with solid communication skills
• Solid problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to move/lift 50 lbs various times over a 12-hour shift
• Willingness to work holidays and weekends as we are a 24/7 business operating through most weekends and holidays
• Willingness and ability to work in a warehouse with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hot and cold)
• You must possess a valid Driver's License and have an acceptable driving record (no major driving offenses in the last 3 years)

Nice-to-haves

• Prior exposure to manufacturing desired, preferably the food or beverage industry with knowledge of GMPs

Benefits

• Seasonal assignments offer valuable work experience at a leading beverage company
• Opportunities for consideration for permanent positions at the end of the assignment