Forklift Driver

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Summary
Under minimal supervision, loads and unloads trucks, inspects incoming parts for freight damage. Moves raw materials or finished goods and other commodities in specified locations of warehouse. Submits and inputs data via keyboard, barcode scanner or written sheets to control inventory movement. Pulls raw materials or finished goods cases using a Warehouse Management System (WMS) for inventory transactions. Responsible for inventory count and labeling. Works independently between multiple warehouses and campuses as needed.

Essential Functions
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

• Works on a broad range of direct and indirect tasks, from simple to complex, across multiple campuses as needed.
• Loads and unloads various types of freight.
• Works within the Warehouse Management System to receive and ship loads (including Swisslog, Softeon, SAP, etc.)
• Performs cycle counts through WMS reports on a frequent basis as required and supports inventory control.
• Troubleshoots warehouse management system and inventory issues.
• Process outbound and inbound shipments and paperwork, are completed timely and accurately.
• Maintains all safety standards, 5S principles, GMP, and PPE requirements, Lean (where applicable). Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Communicates across shifts to shift leader (and team, as applicable) to ensure proper work transition.
• Conducts standard audits daily utilizing safety checklist, taking corrective action as needed (i.e., checking oil and charging forklift).
• Records quality outcomes using established forms.
• Inspects inventory for defects.
• Demonstrates teamwork within a diverse team, working closely throughout each shift.
• Follows and practices all established Standard Operating Procedures.
• Supports and practices all established safety programs and policies.
• Maintains satisfactory attendance, to include timeliness.
• Responsible for understanding and complying with applicable quality, environmental and safety regulatory considerations.
• Operates equipment to move goods/material handling
• Loads and unloads inbound and outbound inventory onto freight containers, cargo trailers, and rail cars as needed by location.
• Additional Essential functions when assigned in CA Warehouse/Napa (includes 3PL)
• Performs duties in multiple campuses and with a variety of material handling – may change daily.
• Loades and unloads inbound and outbound inventory onto freight containers, cargo trailers, and rail cars.
• Palletizes and/or De-palletizes cases of ware.
• Additional Essential functions when assigned in Bottling Services /PAX
• Palletizes cases of ware for storage and shipment.
• Loads and unloads transfers accurately and timely between multiple campuses.
• Reviews the production schedule on a daily basis and escalate any discrepancies such as material shortages to management.
• Required to cross-train throughout all areas that require the use of forklifts.
• Adheres to company safety guidelines such as reporting near misses in a timely manner and participates by attending scheduled safety meetings.
• Additional Essential functions when assigned in Massachusetts.
• Operates multiple types of equipment such as floor scrubber, pallet jack, etc.
• Attends and participates in company committees such as Safety Committee.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate plus 2 years of experience in material handling and forklift driving; OR High school diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate plus current Forklift Certification and 1 year of G3 experience in material handling and forklift driving.
• Ability to obtain FLD certification within 30-60 days of employment.
• Required to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Basic PC knowledge.
• Experience with handling various sizes of palletized product.
• Required to work 8 hours shift with the ability to work 12-hour shifts, day or night shift, on multiple campuses as needed.
• Able to work overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate plus current Forklift Certification and 4 years of experience in material handling and forklift driving.
• Experience with Clamp, Double fork, and Pull Pack Forklift attachments.
• Experience loading and unloading rail cars.
• Experience with electric stand-up lifts.
• Skilled in comprehending simple instructions, short correspondence and memos such as email.
• Experience conveying simple requests and needs to coworkers and management.
• Skilled in adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing.
• Skilled in maintaining a clean, safe and orderly work area.
• Experience with using company resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Experience reading and interpreting documents such as BOL, instruction sheets, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Experience with working in a team environment

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit on a lift truck and drive in and out of vans and containers. The employee is occasionally required to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds and clean-up any leaking or spilled liquids caused by broken containers that they were responsible for moving. Specific vision requirements are peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to moving parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The work environment may not be temperature controlled and potential exposure to natural weather conditions.

Compensation

• Hiring Hourly Rate: $21.44 - $25.19.

• Actual compensation amount paid may be lower or higher to be determined by factors other than race and gender such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Perks & Benefits

• This position includes a competitive benefits package.

EEO/AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.44 - $25.19 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Atlanta, GA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person