Forklift Operator - Forklift Operator

Join One Of The Largest Bottlers And Distributor Of The World's Most Iconic Beverage Brands

Swire Coca-Cola is committed to providing balance to support you in all aspects of your life, both at work and beyond. We offer the benefits you need for physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Competitive wages paid bi-weekly or optional pay on demand; overtime opportunities

Health coverage (3 medical options, dental and vision)

Health Savings Accounts w/ company match

401(k) Retirement Plan w/ company match

FREE virtual primary care, acute care & physical therapy

FREE Employee Assistance Program

FREE safety shoes annually for most roles

Seven (7) company paid holidays & 3 paid floating holidays

Paid time off (vacation, sick time, bereavement, jury duty, maternity/parental, disability leave & volunteer time)

Discounted & free product

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for career advancement

In addition to health benefits, Swire Coca-Cola is proud to offer you opportunities where you help give back directly to the communities and causes you care about. Note: Enrollment in a Swire Medical Plan is required for some benefits.

Who is Swire Coca-Cola? We are a family-owned bottling company with a story spanning over two centuries. We are one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola in North America and distribute more than 50 beverage brands and flavors creating joy for our customers every day. Our 8,000+ driven employees work hard as part of a team that delivers refreshment to over 30 million consumers across 13 states. Begin a journey with us at Swire Coca-Cola and belong to a community of dedicated team members who think big and believe in winning together.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 11:00am - 7:30pm

Pay: $21.13/hr

Job Level: 2

What Does A Forklift Operator Do At Swire Coca-Cola?

The forklift operator moves products or materials in a production or warehouse environment using powered industrial equipment and/or vehicles with an extremely high focus on safety and the safety of others. Work is conducted in a very fast-paced environment where productivity expectations are high.

Responsibilities:

• Operate industrial vehicles and equipment to relocate products or materials within a warehouse facility. Transport raw materials, full goods and/or finished goods to designated area to meet requirements. Efficiently load and unload palletized and/or non-palletized products / materials in or out of designated trailers and/or route trucks to meet scheduled delivery time. Ensure that products / materials are stacked, stored, and secured in compliance with regulatory/company policies and procedures
• Ensure proper dunnage is loaded on transport trailers to secure the load to prevent materials from tipping, falling, etc
• Perform daily inspection and minor maintenance (as needed) on equipment to ensure safe operation of equipment
• Ensure proper rotation of product
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Forklift certified or a willingness to be trained and become certified within 1 month
• Driving record must meet Swire's vehicle policy
• Work weekends and holidays as directed by the business
• Lift 50 pounds

Apply Now and Share a Coke with Swire! We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply. All are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them. Base pay range is $21.13/hr plus bonus structure (dependent on role). Pay offered will depend on candidate's geographic location, prior relevant experience, knowledge, skills, & abilities.

At Swire Coca-Cola, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates. Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy, Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Telehealth, Virtual Mental Health Counseling, 401(k) with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Maternity Disability Paid Leave, Parental Paid Leave, and Tuition Reimbursement. Swire Coca-Cola is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Swire Coca-Cola does not sponsor applicants for work visas.