Forklift Driver

Base Hourly Compensation Range: $23/ $2 night shift differential.

SHIFT: Must be willing to work either day and/or night shift; 12 hours per day 2/2/3 Schedule.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:The Forklift Driver is responsible for preparing merchandise and securing it for safe, easy transport, communicating with leadership to determine priorities, and performing regular machine maintenance on forklifts. 

​BENEFITS: The well-being of our team members is critically important to us. As part of this commitment, we offer: 

• A cell phone stipend  

• Benefits provided after 90 days of continuous employment if converted to a full time employee

LOCATION: The position is based at our location in Moorpark, California. 

SHIFT: Must be willing to work either day and/or night shift; 8 hours per day

Type: Full-time, Regular.​

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Unloads and loads trucks safely and timely to serve our customers. 

• Plans supply and material requirements by studying production schedules and scheduling deliveries to the production area. 

• Retrieves supplies and materials by studying specifications; locating and verifying supplies and materials; secures pallets on the truck; moves pallets to the production location. 

• Maintains inventory in the production area by anticipating and tracking usage. Monitors inventory by reporting discrepancies. 

• Clears production area by securing and moving finished pallets and moving empty pallets. 

• Documents actions by logging supplies, materials, and finished goods movements. 

• Maintains a safe work environment by watching out for pedestrian traffic, following standards and procedures, and complying with safety / legal regulations. 

• Keeps forklift operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventative maintenance, and calling for repairs. 

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities. 

• Interacts and maintains positive relationships with all levels of leadership. 

• Accomplishes special projects and other assignments/duties as required by management. 

• Compliant with all safety rules and regulations, GMP’s, and all DrinkPAK’s policies and procedures 

• Establishes and maintainshigh standards for quality, housekeeping, and productivity. 

• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job. 

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. 

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QUALIFICATIONS 

• At least 3 years of experience in the Field or similar manufacturing/warehouse environment; 3 years preferred in Forklift position.

• Forklift Certification is required.

• Must have a full understanding of the operations of a Forklift (electrical or Propane)

• Must have the ability to safely operate a sit-down and stand-up motorized forklift.

• Must have experience navigating within a WMS system.

• High School Diploma required; Associate degree+ preferred.

• Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred.

OUR VALUES 

Our company’s culture is guided by our shared values of Speed, Intensity, and Purpose. These values are demonstrated in the following ways based on the role within the organization. 

• Speed: Take the initiative to promptly identify and address potential issues or opportunities. Maintain a sense of urgency in your work, completing tasks efficiently. 

• Intensity: Remain resilient in the face of challenges and setbacks by possessing a positive attitude, persevering through obstacles, and demonstrating adaptability in your approach. 

• Purpose: Take ownership of your responsibilities, and value the input and skillsets of your peers by working together as One PAK. 

 ABOUT DRINKPAK

DrinkPAK is the premiere manufacturer of canned beverages in North America. As producers of the largest and fastest-growing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in the world, DrinkPAK provides full-service support for procurement, batching, processing, filling, packaging, warehousing, and distribution. Founded in 2020, DrinkPAK has revolutionized canned beverage manufacturing by offering extreme capacity and format flexibility through cutting-edge technology and a commitment to the best talent in the industry. For more information, visit www.drinkpak.com.

WORKING CONDITIONS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation and able to access all areas of building without limitations.

• The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms above the head and below the waist.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl for 10-12 hours.

• Be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs