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Operator - Forklift Truck Jockey

Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED

Baton Rouge, LAFull-time$44K/yrPosted 2 days agoVerified open today

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At a glance

Compensation
$44K/yr
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver’s License

Job overview

Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED is hiring an Operator - Forklift Truck Jockey. The Forklift Operator – Truck Jockey is responsible for safely moving product using powered industrial equipment. This role involves moving tractor/trailers, dropping and hooking trailers, and chocking trucks. The operator will also perform daily forklift inspections, stack loads properly, and maintain general housekeeping duties while following all warehouse operating procedures.

Key focus areas include Move tractor/trailers to designed dock or parking space, Drop and hook trailers as needed, and Chock trucks using glad hands to prevent trucks from pulling off.

Successful candidates bring Must Be 18+, Valid Driver’s License, and Compliance With UNITED’s Fleet Policy. Important skills include Move Tractor/Trailers, Drop And Hook Trailers, Chock Trucks Using Glad Hands, Operation Of Powered Industrial Equipment, Verify Product, and Stacking Loads.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Move Tractor/TrailersDrop and Hook TrailersChock Trucks Using Glad HandsOperation of Powered Industrial EquipmentVerify ProductStacking LoadsGeneral HousekeepingDaily Forklift InspectionsRotate Product/MaterialsFollow Warehouse Operating ProceduresRead, Write and Speak EnglishMaintain Professional AppearanceMaintain Safety and Security of Company AssetsUtilize Company Provided Resources and TechnologyWork With All Functional Team MembersForklift ExperienceTruck Operation Experience

Qualifications

Must Be 18+Valid Driver’s LicenseCompliance With UNITED’s Fleet PolicyPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) ComplianceRegular and Prompt AttendanceHigh School Diploma or GED or 6-12 Months Related ExperienceWillingness to Work Weekends, Holidays, or Flexible Schedule

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Parental Leave
Sick Leave
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Division: Louisiana

Work Schedule: M-F (frequent weekends, some holidays); 9am-5:30pm

From $44,258 Annually

Why you will love Coca-Cola UNITED? About us:

  • Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength and stability

  • Dedicated to supporting internal career growth through on job training, learning and opportunity for career advancement

  • Excellent Total Value Benefits Package to include:

  • Two weeks paid vacation within first year

  • Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan

  • Dental, vision, flex spending

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Company paid life insurance ($50,000)

  • Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto)

  • Paid maternity & paternity leave

  • Paid holiday & sick time

  • 401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%)

  • Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs and much more)

  • Competitive Compensation

  • Fast paced environment promotes a healthy lifestyle

  • For qualified candidates we offer an amazing CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5250 for CDL school tuition – ask your Recruiter for details

Job Description The Forklift Operator – Truck Jockey is responsible for safely moving product using powered industrial equipment

What your day will look like:

  • Move tractor/trailers to designed dock or parking space

  • Drop and hook trailers as needed

  • Chock trucks using glad hands to prevent trucks from pulling off

  • Operation of powered industrial equipment while following UNITED safety policy

  • Verify all product/full goods/raw materials incoming and outgoing

  • Stacking loads properly

  • Perform general housekeeping duties

  • Perform daily forklift inspections

  • Correctly rotate product/materials

  • Responsible for following all warehouse operating procedures

  • Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

What you need to succeed:

  • Minimum age 18 years old

  • Valid driver’s license required and obligation to maintain compliance with UNITED’s Fleet policy

  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies

  • Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job

  • Ability to read, write and speak English

  • Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines

  • Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets

  • Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 6 to 12 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Forklift experience preferred

  • Truck operation experience preferred

  • Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or flexible schedule as required

  • Ability to work with all functional team members

Physical Requirements Position will be required to comply with the CCBCU Personal Protective Equipment Program. Position is required to wear safety toed shoes when performing the following tasks: Operating Powered Industrial Equipment or Working in an Area where Powered Industrial Equipment is in use, Fleet Maintenance, Working with Palletized Product, Use of Hand Trucks/Dollies to Deliver Product, Cooler Services, etc.

(X) None = 0% (0 hrs)

(L) Limited = 1% (1 hr)

(O) Occasionally = 2%-25% (1-2 hrs)

(F) Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs)

(R) Repeatedly = 51%-75% (5-6 hrs)

(C) Continuously = 76%-100% (7+ hrs)

Requirement Frequency

Sit R

Stand F

Walk F

Bend F

Kneel/Squat F

Climb Stairs O

Crawling O

Overhead Reach F

Typing O

Vehicle Operation R

PPE/Special Clothing C

Grasp F

Push/Pull F

Fine Manipulation O

Lift up to 50 lbs R

Carry up to 50 lbs R

Pushing up to 50 lbs R

Pulling up to 50 lbs R

Exposure to Water O

Exposure to Chemicals O

Exposure to Weather O

Exposure to Noise F

CCBCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Veteran friendly.

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