Forklift Operator Job at Niagara Bottling in Dallas

Niagara is seeking a Team Member to join our mission to provide high-quality, affordable bottled water to our customers.

Consider Applying Here, If You Want To

• Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Forklift Operator

Team member safely and efficiently operates a motorized forklift to load and unload trucks, pull pallets of finished product from production lines, and place finished product in the warehouse as directed by the onboard WMS system.

Essential Functions

• Moves levers and presses pedals to drive the truck and control the movement of the lifting apparatus.
• Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering the lifting device.
• Plans supply and material requirements by studying the production schedule; scheduling deliveries to the production area.
• Retrieves supplies and materials by studying specifications; locating and verifying supplies and materials; secures pallets on the truck; moves pallet to production location.
• Maintains inventory in the production area by anticipating and tracking usage. Monitors inventory by reporting discrepancies.
• Clears the production area by securing and moving finished pallets; moving empty pallets.
• Documents actions by logging movements of supplies, materials, and finished goods.
• Maintains a safe work environment by watching out for foot traffic; following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Keeps the forklift operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventative maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• 0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 0 Years – Experience in Position
• 0 Years – Experience managing people/projects
• Proven ability to safely operate a sit-down motorized forklift.
• Ability to navigate within a WMS system.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• 2 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
• 2 Years – Experience working in Position
• 2 Years – Experience managing people/projects

Competencies

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

• Lead Like an Owner
• Makes safety the number one priority
• Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
• Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
• Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
• Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
• Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
• InnovACT
• Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
• Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
• Increases performance through greater efficiency
• Find a Way
• Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
• Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
• Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
• Empowered to be Great
• Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities
• Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
• Communicates effectively to manage expectations

Education

• Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience
• Preferred: Associate's Degree

Certification/License

• Required: Forklift certification

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

Niagara Bottling, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences.