Forklift Driver

Job Description:

Pay Range:

Successful applicants will earn an hourly salary of between $18.00 to $19.38, with the final amount being determined by their skills and experience

Rate Frequency:

Hourly

The strength of our workforce is what drives our excellence.

Our commitment to exceptional incentives, a well-paying salary, ongoing career advancement, and growth opportunities is evident in our corporate culture.

Benefits are also accessible to the full-time workforce:

• Paid Training
• The company grants workers paid vacations alongside PTO as a form of recuperation time off work
• Retirement Planning with an Employer-Sponsored 401(k) Match
• Through the ESPP program, workers can invest in their future and the success of the company
• Additionally, group health insurance plans can offer broader coverage than individual plans, including coverage for pre-existing conditions
• Basic life insurance provides a fixed amount of death benefit to the beneficiary, whereas supplemental coverage allows for the amount of coverage to be increased

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Job Overview:

1st Shift

Schedule:

The work schedule is typically Monday to Friday with the possibility of working on weekends and extra hours beyond

Hours:

6:00am-2:30pm

The Forklift Driver is responsible for material movement throughout the facility and grounds, and must be adept at operating forklifts and pallet jacks in order to do so.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Select vending and cold drink equipment that can effectively serve the sales requests.
• By applying protective wrapping and attaching the proper documentation (STO), the safety and security of outbound loads can be made certain.
• As per CCCI's guidelines, assist with the loading and unloading of trailers to support delivery operations. Keep track of inbound and outbound loads and ensure accuracy by updating SAP and CONA through handhelds. This maintains accountability for the territories serviced by the Regional Operation Center.
• Make safety and cleanliness a top priority by performing all necessary pre- and post-trip assessments, confirming the accuracy of daily records, and keeping the work area clean and uncluttered.
• Undertake assorted activities as directed, such as arranging equipment and yard work, including junk removal and ensuring the area remains tidy and free of debris.
• Utilize a switching device to maneuver both 53' and pup trailers to the appropriate dock location.

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• Familiarity with essential safety practices, such as proper lifting mechanics and the employment of appropriate protective clothing.
• Skilled in the handling of single-wide forklifts, with the ability to operate safely and efficiently in small areas.
• Basic pallet-jack skills.
• Fundamental mechanical proficiency and easy use of tools.
• Expertise in operating numerous straightforward machines.
• Following written guidelines or instructions is essential for best practices.
• Use written or computerized forms to log activities and outcomes.
• Follow verbal instructions.
• Intermediate math skills.
• A holistic understanding of the aspects that bolster productivity.
• Capacity to evaluate the order assembly process, improve the loading workflow, and identify the optimal path for pick and load.
• Simultaneously managing multiple tasks is an imperative part of supporting overall system efficiency.
• Having the capability to accurately count received goods and double-check against the manifest is a vital competency.
• Achieving high levels of accuracy in loading trucks while maintaining compliance with documentation standards.
• Possesses outstanding skills in listening to, comprehending, and responding to others.
• This position necessitates working in arduous environments, including sweltering and freezing temperatures, noisy surroundings, slippery floors, and broken glass.
• Although rare, there may be situations where weights exceeding 25 pounds need to be lifted.
• The capacity to withstand prolonged periods of sitting without experiencing adverse effects.
• Iterative embarking and dismounting from a forklift.
• The manipulation of truck dock entrances and exits by opening and closing doors is an integral part of warehouse operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certification for forklift and pallet jack operation includes both theoretical and practical training to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Switcher operation certification.
• The possession of a CDL of Class A may be prescribed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work history in the field of logistics and transport.
• Careful planning of the loading process can help improve fuel efficiency, reduce tire wear and increase the stability of the truck and trailer.

Work Environment:

• A condition characterized by a lack of temperature control and elevated noise levels, with temperatures fluctuating between high and low extremes.

Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. is committed to providing job opportunities that are accessible to everyone and without any form of prejudice.

Candidates who are qualified for the job will be evaluated based on their merit, without any bias or prejudice regarding their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.