Forklift Operator (Receiving)- Central Hub MF 7AM - 3:30 PM

Forklift Operator (Receiving)- Central Hub MF 7AM – 3:30 PM

Location: Birmingham – Warehouse (Central Hub – Corporate)

Business Segment: COR

Reports to: Receiving Supervisor – Central Hub

Work Schedule: Varies, must be flexible

Job Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Amount of Travel Required: None

Job Description

Summary/objective

Buffalo Rock is an award-winning Pepsi and Keurig Dr Pepper bottler founded in Birmingham, AL more than 123 years ago. Buffalo Rock manages the best beverage portfolio in the country, which includes several beloved global and regional brands. The Forklift Operator (Receiving) will be responsible for ensuring accurate receipt and shipment of products and dunnage and moving them to the appropriate locations in a timely and safe manner. The Operator will ensure the efficient flow of products within the Central Hub Distribution Center and will be able to cross-train and perform any job functions of other Forklift Operators’ positions.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position. Position is required to work all hours necessary to ensure operations function is fulfilled, including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Operate different types of forklifts including both stand‑up and sit‑down, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of products.
• Must perform pre‑trip inspection on all power equipment used through InfoLink system.
• Follow all driving rules and procedures and always be aware of the surroundings.
• Report any equipment malfunctions, accidents, and/or incidents to a member of the management team.
• Offload products from outside vendors and replenishment loads, inspecting general conditions and quantity with efficiency and accuracy.
• Verify inbound products match BOL, quantities, expiration date, and that the product has at least 3 months or more before expiration date.
• Move products to backstock and picking locations, following the Central Hub Receiving best practices.
• Rotate stock, following Location Base Inventory (LBI) process to ensure proper product rotation according to FEFO method.
• Allocate products into the Warehouse Management System utilizing electronic devices (tablets, cell phones and RF Scanners) to process the receiving/moving transactions.
• Must properly handle packaged product, preventing any damage to the product.
• Load/offload, sort, organize, and stock dunnage with efficiency and accuracy.
• Clear the returns and staging areas and move products to the respective locations.
• Collect and move damages to the designated recycling areas.
• Identify needs and assist other areas when appropriate.
• Use proper lifting techniques to avoid injuries and follow the BRC safety practices.
• Make sound decisions and multitask simultaneously without constant supervision.
• Adhere to the standard operating procedures (SOP) and work instructions.
• Required to follow the Good Manufacturing Program GMPs as listed in Code of Federal Regulations CFR 21 section 110. Requires participation in various Food Safety related training that Buffalo Rock utilizes. Required to report potential issues related to Food Safety.
• Perform other assigned duties as needed.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Must exhibit a high level of ethical and moral conduct while at work or in attendance of any off‑site function during work hours or after work hours while representing the Buffalo Rock Company.
• Responsible for continuous self‑improvement through the knowledge and use of all Buffalo Rock provided training, either web‑based, in‑house, or any other provided method. Must successfully complete assigned training curriculum, including but not limited to online and/or facilitated training.
• Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the Company from possible damage, theft, or other liabilities.
• Ensure that every reasonable precaution is taken to protect the safety of employee‑partners, self, customers, Buffalo Rock property, and customer property.
• Honor and follow through on all business commitments.
• Embod… (embody Buffalo Rock’s purpose of “Building brands through legendary service and remarkable people.”)
• Committed to serving our communities.
• Customer success drives our success.
• Integrity matters.
• Obsessed with continuous improvement.
• We care for each other.
• Win the day.
• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Dependability – Ability to behave consistently and predictably; responsible and dependable in fulfilling all the duties.
• Diversity Oriented – Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Energetic – Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Teamwork – Ability to work with others toward the daily goals, participating actively, sharing responsibility and rewards.
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks in stressful situations.

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

Stand

C

Walk

C

Sit

C

Manually Manipulate

F

Grasp

C

C

Reach Above Shoulder

C

Speak

C

Climb

O

N

Squat or Kneel

O

F

11-20 lbs.

O

21-50 lbs.

O

51-100 lbs.

N

Over 100 lbs.

N

Push/Pull

F

13-25 lbs.

O

26-40 lbs.

N

41-100 lbs.

N

Other Physical Requirements:

All tasks within the warehouse are physically demanding and labor‑intensive. Employees within this role are required to:

• Lift product up to 30 pounds on a repetitive basis per shift and up to 50 pounds intermittently throughout shift.
• Move and stack pallets weighing up to 65 pounds throughout shift.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and warm environment, especially during summer months.
• Sense of Sound – Hearing is required for the total workday.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – high visibility shirt or safety vest, slip resistant shoes and safety glasses.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Preferred
• Must have at least one (1) year of experience in warehouse environment: Required
• Must have at least one (1) year of experience operating a forklift: Required
• Prior experience utilizing RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems: Preferred
• Must be able to read product packaging and communicate in English via radio.
• Must be able to pass forklift certification.
• Ability to perform basic math and use Warehouse Management Systems.
• Ability to learn how and successfully operate Tenant Scrubber.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic makeup, status as a protected veteran, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Purpose of Job Description

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee\’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

I have reviewed this job description, and I can perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Applicant/Employee‑Partner ________________ Date ________________