Forklift Operator

Primo Brands•Portland, OR

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Safely operate a forklift to move raw materials or finished products to the warehouse or onto trucks for distribution to customers Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain energy source for lifts/trailers Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance on equipment Conduct hourly quality checks and inspect full goods and pallets or other raw materials as needed Complete and maintain quality, inventory, and preventative maintenance documentation Use scanning equipment to ensure accurate tracking of inventory within the facility Work as a team with other forklift drivers to prevent line stoppages and improve operations Maintain work area in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) Monitor and track equipment downtime, equipment output, and other key metrics Meet or exceed performance goals, including pallets/labor hour, line loading, and truck turn time Interact with production and warehouse team members, quality control, and maintenance to maximize output and efficiency Cross train to perform other lift and off lift activities as required Provide vacation coverage to team members Participate in Safety Initiatives Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have a valid Driver's License and ability to adhere to Primo Brands Motor Vehicle Policy.
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
Two or more years prior forklift experience with a solid safety record, ideally in a fast-paced forklift environment
Solid computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and the use of warehouse management systems (WMS) and business management software, SAP preferred
Demonstrated sense of urgency and comfort working in a fast-paced forklift environment
Ability to work independently or with a team with solid communication skills
Solid problem solving and decision-making skills
Able to lift and pull 65 lbs. as needed while performing work
Must be able to do physical inspections of equipment that will require climbing, reaching, and extending arms overhead
Willingness and ability to work in a warehouse with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hold and cold)
Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.

Nice To Haves

Prior exposure to manufacturing desired, preferably the food or beverage industry with knowledge of GMPs

Responsibilities

Safely operate a forklift to move raw materials or finished products to the warehouse or onto trucks for distribution to customers
Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain energy source for lifts/trailers
Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance on equipment
Conduct hourly quality checks and inspect full goods and pallets or other raw materials as needed
Complete and maintain quality, inventory, and preventative maintenance documentation
Use scanning equipment to ensure accurate tracking of inventory within the facility
Work as a team with other forklift drivers to prevent line stoppages and improve operations
Maintain work area in an organized and clean manner ensuring safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Monitor and track equipment downtime, equipment output, and other key metrics
Meet or exceed performance goals, including pallets/labor hour, line loading, and truck turn time
Interact with production and warehouse team members, quality control, and maintenance to maximize output and efficiency
Cross train to perform other lift and off lift activities as required
Provide vacation coverage to team members
Participate in Safety Initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Health Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA)
Retirement/Investing:
401K with a 5% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Insurance: Employee Life Insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment
Other great benefits: Employee discounts, save on auto, home, and pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays, paid leave for when you have a baby, adopt a child, or become a foster parent, legal services, identity theft protection, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption reimbursement benefit, FEDlogic, commuter benefits

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