Forklift Operator
Niagara Bottling, Stockton, CA, United States
At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.
Consider Joining
Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
Develop lasting relationships with great people.
Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.
Forklift Operator
Team members safely and efficiently operate motorized forklifts to load and unload trucks, pull pallets of finished product from production lines, and place finished product in the warehouse as directed by the onboard WMS system.
Essential Functions
Move levers and press pedals to drive the truck and control movement of the lifting apparatus.
Unload and stack material by raising and lowering the lifting device.
Plan supply and material requirements by studying the production schedule; schedule deliveries to the production area.
Retrieve supplies and materials by studying specifications; locate and verify supplies and materials; secure pallets on truck; move pallet to production location.
Maintain inventory in the production area by anticipating and tracking usage; monitor inventory by reporting discrepancies.
Clear the production area by securing and moving finished pallets, and moving empty pallets.
Document actions by logging movements of supplies, materials, and finished goods.
Maintain a safe work environment by watching out for foot traffic; following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
Keep forklift operating by following operating instructions; troubleshoot breakdowns; maintain supplies; perform preventative maintenance; call for repairs.
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
0 Years – Experience in Position
0 Years – Experience managing people/projects
Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
The proven ability to safely operate a sit‑down motorized forklift.
The ability to navigate within a WMS system.
Preferred Qualifications:
2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
2 Years – Experience working in Position
2 Years – Experience managing people/projects
Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
Competencies
This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:
Lead Like an Owner
Makes safety the number one priority.
Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately.
Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals.
Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly.
Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively.
Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers.
InnovACT
Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products.
Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances.
Increases performance through greater efficiency.
Find a Way
Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts.
Understands interdepartmental impacts of individual decisions and actions.
Seeks solutions rather than placing blame.
Empowered to be Great
Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities.
Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across.
Communicates effectively to manage expectations.
Education
Minimum Required:
High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
Preferred:
Associate’s Degree.
Certification / License
Required:
Forklift certification.
Foreign Language
Required: Minimum Professional Proficiency.
Preferred: Full Professional Proficiency.
Typical Compensation Range
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
$20.01 – $27.02 per hour
Benefits
Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical, including virtual care options.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members.
Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
Income protection including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan.
Special discount programs including pet plans, pre‑paid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, airport parking, etc.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities.
Further details about our benefits can be found at https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits
*Los Angeles County applicants only. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.
Niagara Plant Location: STOCKTON
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Consider Joining
Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
Develop lasting relationships with great people.
Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.
Forklift Operator
Team members safely and efficiently operate motorized forklifts to load and unload trucks, pull pallets of finished product from production lines, and place finished product in the warehouse as directed by the onboard WMS system.
Essential Functions
Move levers and press pedals to drive the truck and control movement of the lifting apparatus.
Unload and stack material by raising and lowering the lifting device.
Plan supply and material requirements by studying the production schedule; schedule deliveries to the production area.
Retrieve supplies and materials by studying specifications; locate and verify supplies and materials; secure pallets on truck; move pallet to production location.
Maintain inventory in the production area by anticipating and tracking usage; monitor inventory by reporting discrepancies.
Clear the production area by securing and moving finished pallets, and moving empty pallets.
Document actions by logging movements of supplies, materials, and finished goods.
Maintain a safe work environment by watching out for foot traffic; following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
Keep forklift operating by following operating instructions; troubleshoot breakdowns; maintain supplies; perform preventative maintenance; call for repairs.
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
0 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
0 Years – Experience in Position
0 Years – Experience managing people/projects
Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
The proven ability to safely operate a sit‑down motorized forklift.
The ability to navigate within a WMS system.
Preferred Qualifications:
2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
2 Years – Experience working in Position
2 Years – Experience managing people/projects
Experience may include a combination of work experience and education.
Competencies
This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:
Lead Like an Owner
Makes safety the number one priority.
Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately.
Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals.
Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly.
Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively.
Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers.
InnovACT
Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products.
Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances.
Increases performance through greater efficiency.
Find a Way
Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts.
Understands interdepartmental impacts of individual decisions and actions.
Seeks solutions rather than placing blame.
Empowered to be Great
Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities.
Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across.
Communicates effectively to manage expectations.
Education
Minimum Required:
High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
Preferred:
Associate’s Degree.
Certification / License
Required:
Forklift certification.
Foreign Language
Required: Minimum Professional Proficiency.
Preferred: Full Professional Proficiency.
Typical Compensation Range
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
$20.01 – $27.02 per hour
Benefits
Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time.
Paid parental and caregiver leaves.
Medical, including virtual care options.
Dental coverage.
Vision coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Health Savings Account with company match.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members.
Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.
Income protection including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan.
Special discount programs including pet plans, pre‑paid legal services, identity theft protection, car rental, airport parking, etc.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities.
Further details about our benefits can be found at https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits
*Los Angeles County applicants only. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.
Niagara Plant Location: STOCKTON
#J-18808-Ljbffr