Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift (1:45P - 10:15P) Job at Refresco North America, Fort Gibson, OK

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  • Refresco North America
  • Fort Gibson, OK

Job Description

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the 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. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

Essential Job Functions:

  • Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and adhere to the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts).
  • Responsible for adhering to food quality and food safety guidelines per Refresco, Customer and/or governing bodies (ex. 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 use of 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.
  • Ability to operate powered industrial trucks (PIT’s) 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.
  • Represents 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 specified acceptable language(s) for the location.
  • 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 / and or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised.

 

Travel Requirements:

  • 0% travel anticipated.

 

Physical Requirements:

R = Rarely (0-15%) O = Occasionally (16-45%) F = Frequently (46-100%)

Physical Demand

R

O

F

Stand or Sit

 

 

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

 

X

 

Lifting 50 lbs. (minimum lbs. lifted 5lbs)

 

 

X

Carry weight, lift

 

 

X

Walking

 

X

 

Driving (forklift)

 

 

X

Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance

 

X

 

 

  • Visual/Sensory – This position requires regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time.
  • Coordination and Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment. 
  • Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy and or similar demands.

 

Other Duties:

  • This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned 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 orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

A Career with Refresco

Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Legal Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
  • 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Paid Time Off
  • Well-being Benefits
  • Discount and Total Reward Programs

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!   

Any employment agency, person, or entity that submits a résumé to this career site or a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Refresco Beverages, Inc. Refresco Beverages, Inc. will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.

Employment agencies that have agreements with Refresco Beverages, Inc., and have been engaged in a search shall submit résumé to the designated Refresco recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé to this career site to be eligible for placement fees.

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. 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.

Experience

Preferred
  • • 3 years + work experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Education

Required
  • High School or better

Behaviors

Required
  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
  • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Required
  • Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
  • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Local area, Worldwide, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Weekday work,

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