Forklift Operator - Coca-Cola Beverage Northeast : Job Details

Forklift OperatorDate: Oct 29, 2024Location:East Hartford, CT, US, 06118Compensation: $21.81 an hourSchedule: Monday - Friday, 10:30pm - 7am.Why Join Coke Northeast?Culture - At Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, we deliver more than your favorite beverages. We deliver on a promise – to live our values by investing in our people, focusing on our customers, and championing the communities we are fortunate to serve.Career Development - At Coke Northeast, the career growth is truly endless. We continue to expand our territories through the Northeast bringing new opportunities to our employees to move up within our organization. Most of our Senior Leadership began as summer help!Diversity - Our Sales Centers and Production Centers throughout the Northeast are filled with an array of personalities, cultures, and backgrounds. Our focus is to build a team that can bring refreshing new ideas and insights to the table and that begins with our diverse workforce.Job DescriptionThe Forklift Operator is responsible for moving product or materials in a production or warehouse environment using power tools and vehicles.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesOperate industrial vehicles and equipment to transport raw materials, full goods and/or finished goods to designated areaLoad and unload trailers and/or route trucksMove product and/or materials manually as requiredAssist with shipping and receiving functions as directedEnsure compliance with regulatory and company policies and proceduresJob RequirementsHigh school diploma, GED or equivalent preferredForklift certification preferred1+ years of prior warehouse, stocking or forklift experience preferredMust have the ability to lift, carry and position product weighing up to 50 pounds above shoulder height without assistanceMust have the ability to push and pull manual and powered material handling equipment (i.e., pallet jack, hand-truck etc.) containing product loads for a minimum of 100 yards without assistanceBenefits & Perks:401K with Company Match, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Employee Referral Bonuses, Fitness Reimbursements, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Scholarship Opportunities, and so much more!Benefits may vary by position, location, and union governanceAbout Coke Northeast:At Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast, we start with great people and great brands, in that order. We unite around a winning workplace culture that respects all people, promotes inclusion, and inspires achievement. From the leadership team to all 3,400 of our associates in our 29 locations, we strive every day to bring our mission, vision, and values to life in the Northeast.Still interested in learning more about our company and culture? Take a few minutes to watch the videos below:Day in the Life of Coca-Cola Employees:Order Builders (Warehouse) ( Driver (Distribution)Merchandisers ( & Cooler TechniciansMachine Operator & Quality Assurance ( Northeast Employees on Career Growth:Paul (Human Resources) ( (District Sales Manager)Susannah (Sr. Director of Public Affairs and Comm) ( VERIFICATION:Coke Northeast requires all applicants to undergo a criminal background verification process prior to commencing employment with the Company. Employment with Coke Northeast is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check. Depending on position, drug screen results and/or driving records, including minor moving violations, will be evaluated according to Coke Northeast's guidelines to determine eligibility for the position.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:Coke Northeast is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.