Forklift Operator (Replenishment)- Central Hub

Location Birmingham - Warehouse (Central Hub - Corporate)

Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor - Central Hub

Work Schedule: 5:45pm

Job Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Amount of Travel Required: None

Job Description Summary/Objectives

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 Replenishment will be primarily operating a sit-down forklift and is responsible for stocking the sourcing/picking locations of the Vertique Towers (HQS/SAW lanes) with products from the backstock locations and ensuring the continuous flow of products from the towers.

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
• Must perform pre-trip inspection on all power equipment used through InfoLink system.
• Operate a sit-down forklift ensuring the safe and efficient movement of products.
• Follow all driving rules and always be aware of the surroundings.
• Report any equipment malfunction and accidents/incidents to a member of the management team.
• Identify and source products from backstock locations utilizing electronic devices (tablets, cell phones and RF Scanners) to process the move transactions.
• Rotate stock, following Location Base Inventory (LBI) process to ensure proper product rotation according to FEFO method.
• Move the correct product from backstock locations to the Vertique Towers picking locations in a timely manner.
• Communicate with Lead/Supervisor, warehouse pickers, and system operators via radio throughout shift about the assigned lanes status regarding product needs, empty pallets, and damages collection.
• Identify needs and assist other areas when appropriate.
• Collect and move empty pallets to the designated areas and sort and organize them by type.
• Collect and move the damaged product to the recycling area.
• 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 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.
• Other assigned duties as needed.