Forklift Operator

**Job Description Summary:** **Job Title: Warehouse Forklift Operator – Level A** **Experience Level:** 1–5 Years of Warehouse Experience **Job Summary** The Warehouse Forklift Operator – Level A is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of electric-powered industrial trucks in a warehouse/manufacturing environment. This role supports material movement, product storage, and order handling while following all safety, quality, and company standards. **Key Responsibilities** Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Safely operate stand-up or sit-down electric forklifts. * Move pallets, skids, boxes, products, and materials to designated locations. * Load, unload, and put away product using warehouse scanning systems (HU scanning and product lookups). * Consolidate product as required during put-away and storage. * Pick and place materials onto or off of pallets. * Maintain compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). * Follow all safety rules, company policies, and procedures. * Maintain regular and reliable work attendance. * Demonstrate personal responsibility for safety, quality, and operational standards. * Cross-train and learn job functions in other departments as needed. * Perform additional duties as assigned. **Required Qualifications** * High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) – **required**. * Minimum of **1 year of experience** operating stand-up and/or sit-down forklift equipment (certification provided in-house). * Prior warehouse and SAP experience preferred. * Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in basic English. * Ability to write simple correspondence and perform basic mathematical calculations. * Willingness and ability to work overtime as business needs require. **Physical Demands** * Stand for extended periods. * Reach with hands and arms. * Walk, kneel, talk, and hear regularly. * Frequently lift up to **50 lbs** and occasionally lift or move up to **70 lbs**. * Safely maneuver a forklift carrying loads up to **3,000 lbs**. * Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. **Work Environment** * Exposure to powders, chemicals, and food allergens, including but not limited to: * Peanuts, tree nuts, milk, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish, and shellfish. * Work will take place in multiple temperature-controlled environments: * **Ambient area:** Approximately 75°F * **Chilled area:** Approximately 40°F **Candidate Qualifications** We are seeking candidates who are: * Comfortable operating stand-up and/or sit-down Crown forklifts. * Reliable with consistent attendance. * Safety-focused and detail-oriented. * Willing to learn, cross-train, and complete assigned tasks as needed. * Ready to work and adaptable to changing warehouse demands. **Preferred Qualifications** * 1–2 years of proven forklift experience in a warehouse or distribution environment. * Strong work ethic and positive attitude. * Flexible, team-oriented mindset with willingness to assist where needed. The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States. **Skills:** **Pay Range:** United States of America: 43,992 USD - 53,768 USD _Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered._ **Location(s):** United States of America **City/Cities:** Ft Worth **Travel Required:** 00% - 25% **Relocation Provided:** No **Job Posting End Date:** August 24, 2026 **Our Purpose and Growth Culture:** We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit [Our Purpose and Vision](https://www.coca-colacompany.com/company/purpose-and-vision) to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.