Forklift Operator

Who We Are: 

Born in a humble shed on the back-forty of the family vineyard, Firestone Walker is a California beer company like no other – founded by two brothers-in-law who simply wanted to make the perfect beer. Now a regional craft brewery, our singular purpose remains – to craft the world’s best beers. Passionately in pursuit of the perfect beer… and never satisfied. 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: 

• Conduct operation and safety check, including battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher prior to operating forklift 

• Use forklift to transfer materials between unloading, processing, loading, storage areas and trailers  

• Manually load or unload materials on to or off pallets, platforms, skids, etc.  

• Report any damage to racks, equipment, forklift, or any other safety hazards  

• Wrap materials going onto pallets  

• Clean and organize warehouse daily  

• Prebuild partial pallets for outbound loads  

• Complete pallet and keg inventory maintenance  

• Ensure all products rotate appropriately using First-In First-Out (FIFO) methodology  

• Assist other departments with forklift operations as needed  

• Learn and apply all existing policies, practices, and procedures 

• Identify and report any quality concerns  

• Complete all assigned safety training  

• Work under direct supervision and follow detailed instruction to complete other duties as assigned  

Required Qualifications:  

• High school diploma or equivalent and prior experience operating a forklift.  

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally. Ability to read labels and numbers. Ability to comprehend written and oral instructions in English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  

• Forklift driver certified and ability to pass Firestone Walker Forklift Certification.  

• Ability to work under pressure and multitask. Dependable, reliable, and mature enough to handle equipment safely, sensibly and responsibly. Willingness to ask questions and seek direction. 

• Ability to operate and use a PC computer, learn scanning tool, ability to clock time worked and review and approve timecard each pay period and access HR self-service system.  

Physical Demands:  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. While strictly adhering to the FSW Safe Lifting Technique training, the employee must regularly move and/or lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally move and lift – not more than 6 inches off the ground – >100 pounds, with assistance if needed. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Employee must have good eye/hand coordinate and motor skills.  

Work Environment:  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in a warehouse setting. The noise level is moderate. The employee may be exposed to solvents such as acetone. Employee may be required to work in varying climates such as hot temperatures above 100 degrees and refrigerated environments down to 40 degrees Fahrenheit.  

What Firestone Walker Offers:  

• Health Insurance 100% employer paid premiums for employee medical, dental, vision, & life insurance 

• Flexible Savings Account (FSA)  

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Company sponsored paid parental leave 

• Paid Sick Leave  

• 401(k) retirement plan including company paid profit sharing & 4% safe-harbor matching 

• Accrued PTO (rate of 13 days per year) 

• 10 paid holidays per year 

• Employee discount of 50% off food, beer, and merchandise 

• Periodic beer giveaways for employees 21  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.  

Firestone Walker is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected class. 

Salary : $20 - $23