Job Information
Primo Brands Seasonal Forklift Operator in Ontario, California
Overview
Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. We are proud to offer an extensive and iconic portfolio of highly recognizable, sustainably sourced, and conveniently packaged branded beverages distributed across more than 150,000 retail outlets.
Factory Location : Ontario, CA
Compensation : $22.35 / hour
Shift differential : 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked
Schedule : Minimum 8 hour shift up to 12 hours.
1:00 PM - 9:30 PM or 1:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Must be able to work weekends and holidays based on business needs
Seasonal Benefits:
Sick time
Employee discounts
401K with a 5% match
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 lift
Operate, changeover, clean, troubleshoot, and complete basic maintenance on palletizing 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
Qualifications
Two or more years prior forklift experience with a solid safety record, ideally in a fast-paced forklift environment
Prior exposure to manufacturing desired, preferably the food or beverage industry with knowledge of GMPs
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
Willingness to work holidays and weekends as we are a 24/7 business operating through most weekends and holidays. Shifts will be assigned after hire and maybe dayshift or nightshift.
Must be willing to work 12-hour shifts and work on days off if necessary.
Willingness and ability to work in a warehouse with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hot & cold)
Valid Drivers License
Excel/Windows experience, need ability but can be trained on SAP programs.
Basic computer navigation skills or show ability and desire to be trained in this skill.