BlueTriton is a leading provider of spring and purified water products - the name behind your favorite bottled water brands. We are proud to offer an extensive portfolio of highly recognizable, responsibly sourced, and sustainably packaged spring water in addition to other quality products and services. Get ready to quench your thirst with exciting possibilities when you join BlueTriton for a fiercely good career doing work that matters.Water might seem simple enough, but there is a lot going on beneath the surface. Working in a factory or warehouse requires rolling up your sleeves to get things done and the tenacity to go the extra mile again and again. We believe the rewards are worth the effort: a business you help shape, a supportive team you learn from, and the chance to have a sustainable impact in which you can truly be proud.Job DescriptionAre you looking for an exciting seasonal opportunity? BlueTriton Brands is looking for seasonal Forklift Operators to support customer demand. This role is full-time during our “busy season” which will vary year to year. If you would like to have some extra income, please read on.Schedule : Monday thru Friday and occasional SundayShift: Day shift, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMPay Rate : $24.00 / hourShift Differential paid for applicable hours workedKey responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
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
QualificationsKey qualifications include:
High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience
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
Solid computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook and the use of warehouse management systems (WMS) and business management software, SAP preferred
Demonstrated sense of urgency and comfort working in a fast pace forklift environment
Ability to work independently or with a team with solid communication skills
Solid problem solving and decision making skills
Ability to move/lift 50 lbs various times over a 12 hour shift, basic math and reading skills
Willingness to work holidays and weekends as we are a 24/7 business operating through most weekends and holidays
Willingness and ability to working a warehouse with minimal temperature control, exposed to local temperature variations (hold and cold)
Seasonal assignments offer valuable work experience at a leading beverage company. Also, if opportunities exist at the end of the assignment, you can be considered for this position with BlueTriton Brands. Individuals in temporary and seasonal assignments are not eligible for all company benefits.BlueTriton Brands offers an extensive portfolio of highly recognizable, responsibly sourced and packaged spring water, purified water and water beverage brands that include Poland Spring®, Deer Park®, Ozarka®, Ice Mountain®, Zephyrhills®, Arrowhead®, Origin™, Saratoga®, AC+ION®, Pure Life®, B’EAU®, Splash Blast® and Splash Fizz®. BlueTriton Brands also owns and operates ReadyRefresh®, a customizable water and beverage delivery service that has been certified as a CarbonNeutral® business.Based in Stamford, Connecticut, BlueTriton Brands and its affiliates in the United States and Canada employ over 7,000 employees. BlueTriton Brands manages resources for long-term sustainability and helps to safeguard more than 20,000 acres of watershed land. The Company has 28 production facilities across the United States, 13 of which are Alliance for Water Stewardship certified across 12 sites, with eight of the certified facilities being AWS Platinum, the highest-level certification.BlueTriton Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. BlueTriton Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at BlueTritonHR@bluetriton.com (xyz@bluetriton.com)
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