CDL Forklift Operator

Job Description

Who is Mother Parkers?

We are one of the largest tea and coffee manufacturers in North America, with a mission to create a better beverage experience for our customers. As a leading customer solutions provider to some of North America’s largest retailers and foodservice chains, we use state-of-the-art technology and new product innovation to help our customers grow their business and deliver superior products to their clientele. Our team of coffee and tea experts are deeply passionate about what we do, proud of our 100+ years of business success, and excited about building a future with endless possibilities. Come join our team and work among the best, collaborate with high performers, and contribute to challenging work every day!

The Role:

We are looking for an experienced CDL Forklift Operator to join our team at our distribution center in Fort Worth. In this role, you will use material handling and computer equipment to perform receiving and shipping duties in accordance with department and company-wide set standards.

We are looking for individuals who have the flexibility to work varying shifts, as shift times and patterns can change based on business needs. We are currently hiring for the below shifts:

Continental Day shifts: 6:00am - 6:15pm.

Continental Night shifts: 6:00pm to 6:15am.

What you get to do:

Locate and pull requested quantities of specified lot and product number as designated on RF Terminal.

Prepare or repackage, to specifications, orders being received or shipped.

Use a computer console and/or RF terminal to perform transactions related to the physical movement of materials or product.

Shunt product from Plant to Distribution Center and unload to designated locations.

Verify the physical accuracy of all computer transactions performed.

At each day’s end, return equipment to designated charging station, and prepare equipment for daily (overnight) charge.

Assist with physical inventory, as needed.

Maintain work area in a clean and neat fashion.

Follow all established safety procedures.

What you bring to the role:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Class A CDL required.

Current standup reach forklift training and certification preferred.

Familiarity with warehousing, shipping and receiving terms and preparations.

Ability to follow and provide written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors.

Strong counting and numbers skills; basic math (addition and subtraction)

Maintain work area and equipment in a safe and clean manner.

Strong safety mindset.

Ability to lift to 50 pounds safely.

Have good eye/hand coordination and good motor skills.

Ability to work a 24x5 shift schedule.

Able to work overtime and periodic weekends, as needed.

Fluency in English, both written and verbal.

What we offer you:

Competitive Total Rewards package – health benefits coverage on day 1, employer matched retirement savings plans, optional Health or Wellness Spending Accounts.

Employee discount program on our coffee and tea products.

Annual Safety Shoes Program – your safety is our #1 priority.

Tuition Assistance Program – we value continuous learning and self-development.

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While Mother Parkers welcomes all applications, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies or search firms. Only those candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. Mother Parkers is committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Full-time