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Tampico Bottling Company, a growing company with corporate offices in Chicago, has an immediate opportunity for Forklift Operator
ABOUT US: Bottling Irresistible – Discover Flavors of Fun!
Here at Tampico Bottling, we are constantly striving to create moments of joy for our consumers through our products and an awesome culture for our employees! Besides working with one of the top selling brands of Refrigerated Juice Drinks available in groceries across America and around the world, we are a team of dedicated people focused on bringing our consumers the best tasting, highest quality products at the best value.
Our dedicated and inquisitive team is behind everything we do, we are always improving. Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits such as vacation, health, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, wellness program, ESOP, and the option to participate in the company’s 401K plan. We can only imagine what the future holds, but we know it will be irresistible.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating motorized forklift equipment and performing manual tasks in a food manufacturing environment. The Forklift Operator must ensure all quality, physical safety and food safety standards are adhered to and must follow all Standard Operation Procedures (SOP) while performing their duties. This position is also responsible for the cleaning/sanitation of their work area and must complete preventative maintenance tasks in the facility. This position reports to the Production Supervisor.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operate motorized forklift and perform manual tasks
Maintain cleanliness and organization in the work areas and perform other housekeeping/sanitation tasks as assigned
Perform required preventive maintenance and minor repairs
Perform all required inventory transactions for material usage tracking and process tracking, on paper and electronically
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety Preventive Actions, Quality Policy, Standard Operation Procedures (SOP) and Safety policies
QUALIFICATIONS:
1+ years or experience operating a forklift required; experience working in a non-climatized food and beverage manufacturing plant preferred
High School Diploma or GED Required
Good mathematical aptitudes
Ability to work overtime and to be flexible with schedule worked hours
Good attendance, punctuality and self-driven
Beginner experience with Microsoft office suite
Able to work in a manufacturing environment that may be hot, humid, noisy and dusty
Able to stand or sit for prolonged hours, lift 50 lbs. and climb stairs
Must reside in Palestine, Texas area
NOTE: Relocation is not provided for this position. No phone calls, please.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Our organization has a dynamic work environment where positions may evolve and change. Therefore, the Company reserves the right to modify, delete, or add job duties, responsibilities and skills that are stated in this job description at any time.
Tampico Bottling Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.