Refresco is hiring: Material Handler-Forklift Operator US in City of Dunkirk

Overview

Material Handler-Forklift Operator US role at Refresco

Salary Range: $18.00-$22.70

Shift: Nights 7:00pm-7:00am, 2-2-3 schedule

The hired applicant's wages will fall within the specified range, determined by factors such as experience level, education, qualifications, certifications, skills, location, performance, market trends, business or organizational requirements.

About Refresco

Refresco is a leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia.

Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, GMPs, and wear PPE in the warehouse or production areas (hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts).
• Adhere to food quality and food safety guidelines per Refresco, Customer and/or governing bodies (e.g., SQF) standards.
• Load and unload raw materials from incoming trucks and transport them to designated areas. Validate quantities by use of Blind Count Sheets or SAP transactions performed on forklift computer.
• Ability to use SAP database through Vehicle Mounted Units (VMUs) installed on forklifts.
• Load/unload trucks and perform all other warehouse functions within SAP using the forklift VMU.
• Operate powered industrial trucks (PITs) in a high paced environment and be in-house forklift certified.
• Supply raw materials to the production lines as required.
• Perform pre-trip forklift inspections and adhere to forklift battery or propane tank changing operations and safety procedures.
• Perform any other driving activities as directed by leadership.
• Clean/maintain work areas throughout the shift.
• Represent the company in a positive manner at all times.
• May have production machine operation duties.

Required Skills

• Capability to read and write job instructions in the location's accepted language(s).
• Must be able to perform basic computer functions.
• Must demonstrate the basic operation of powered industrial trucks.
• Must be forklift certified by an approved Refresco trainer.

Competencies

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
• Technology: Familiarity with warehouse management software for tracking inventory and logistics.
• Technology: Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data.
• Cognitive: Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production.
• Safety and Risk Management: Participation in safety audits and inspections to ensure a safe working environment.

Education and Experience

• High School Certification or equivalent (GED).
• 3 years+ work experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise level requires hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot or cold. The environment is structured and supervised.

Travel Requirements

• 0% travel anticipated.

Physical Requirements

• Physical demands include standing or walking; lifting up to 50 lbs; occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; driving a forklift; and the need for good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Other Duties

• This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. Duties may change, or be added, at any time with or without notice.

Refresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Services

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