Forklift Operator (Receiving)- Central Hub MF 7AM - 3:30 PM

Buffalo Rock Company; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bottling company in Birmingham seeks a Forklift Operator to manage product movement within the Central Hub. This role involves operating various forklifts, ensuring product safety, and maintaining efficiency in a physically demanding environment. Ideal candidates should have forklift experience and a high school diploma. A flexible schedule and strong safety awareness are essential.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Safety training provided

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 1 year operating a forklift is required.
• 1 year of experience in a warehouse is preferred.
• Forklift certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate receipt of products at the distribution center.
• Operate different types of forklifts safely.
• Perform pre-trip inspections on all power equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Ability to multitask

Physical stamina

Education

High School/GED

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Forklift Operator (Receiving) - Central Hub

Location: Birmingham - Warehouse (Central Hub - Corporate)

Reports to: Receiving Supervisor – Central Hub

Work Schedule: Varies, must be flexible

Job Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Amount of Travel Required: None

Job Description

Summary/objective

Buffalo Rock is an award-winning Pepsi and Keurig Dr Pepper bottler in Birmingham, AL. The Forklift Operator (Receiving) will be responsible for ensuring accurate receipt and shipment of products and dunnage and moving them to the appropriate locations in a timely and safe manner. The Operator will ensure the efficient flow of products within the Central Hub Distribution Center and cross-train to perform any job functions of other Forklift Operators’ positions.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position. The position requires work hours to support operations, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Operate different types of forklifts including stand-up and sit-down, ensuring safe and efficient movement of products.
• Perform pre-trip inspection on all power equipment used through the InfoLink system.
• Follow all driving rules and procedures and maintain awareness of surroundings.
• Report any equipment malfunctions, accidents, and/or incidents to a member of the management team.
• Offload products from outside vendors and replenishment loads, inspecting general conditions and quantity with efficiency and accuracy.
• Verify inbound products match BOL, quantities, expiration date, and ensure the product has at least 3 months before expiration date.
• Move products to backstock and picking locations following Central Hub Receiving best practices.
• Rotate stock following the Location Base Inventory (LBI) process to ensure proper product rotation according to FEFO method.
• Allocate products into the Warehouse Management System using electronic devices (tablets, cell phones and RF Scanners) to process receiving/moving transactions.
• Handle packaged product properly to prevent damage.
• Load/offload, sort, organize, and stock dunnage with efficiency and accuracy.
• Clear returns and staging areas and move products to the respective locations.
• Collect and move damages to designated recycling areas.
• Identify needs and assist other areas when appropriate.
• Use proper lifting techniques to avoid injuries and follow BRC safety practices.
• Make sound decisions and multitask without constant supervision.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOP) and work instructions.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) as listed in CFR 21 section 110. Participate in food safety training and report potential food safety issues.
• Perform other assigned duties as needed.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Exhibit a high level of ethical conduct while at work or representing the Buffalo Rock Company.
• Engage in ongoing self-improvement through provided training and successfully complete assigned training programs.
• Protect the company from damage, theft, or liabilities; safeguard employee, customer, and company property.
• Honor and follow through on business commitments.
• embody Buffalo Rock’s Purpose: Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people.

Core values include: committed to serving communities; customer success; integrity; continuous improvement; care for others; win the day.

• Accountability - accept responsibility for actions.
• Communication - effective spoken communication.
• Accuracy - perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Dependability - reliable and responsible.
• Diversity Oriented - work well with diverse people.
• Energetic - sustain a productive pace.
• Organized - follow systematic methods.
• Safety Awareness - identify and correct safety issues.
• Teamwork - collaborate toward daily goals.
• Working Under Pressure - complete tasks in stressful situations.

N (Not Applicable): Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally): Activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently): Activity 33%-66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly): Activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

• Stand: C
• Walk: C
• Sit: C
• Manually Manipulate: F
• Grasp: C
• Reach Above Shoulder: C
• Speak: C
• Climb: O
• Squat or Kneel: O
• Other: F
• 11-20 lbs. – O
• 21-50 lbs. – O
• 51-100 lbs. – N
• Over 100 lbs. – N

Push/Pull

• 13-25 lbs. – F
• 26-40 lbs. – O
• 41-100 lbs. – N
• Over 100 lbs. – N

Other Physical Requirements:

All tasks within the warehouse are physically demanding and labor-intensive. The role requires:

• Lift product up to 30 pounds repetitively per shift and up to 50 pounds intermittently.
• Move and stack pallets weighing up to 65 pounds.
• Work in a fast-paced and warm environment, especially during summer months.
• Hearing is required for the total workday.
• Wear PPE (high visibility shirt or safety vest, slip-resistant shoes, safety glasses).

Required qualifications include: High School/GED preferred; at least 1 year in a warehouse; at least 1 year operating a forklift; RF scanners/WMS experience preferred; ability to read product packaging and communicate in English via radio; forklift certification; basic math and WMS proficiency; ability to learn Tenant Scrubber.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic makeup, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Purpose of Job Description

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties are included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions may be assigned by supervisors. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks as deemed appropriate.

I have reviewed this job description, and I can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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