Warehouse Forklift

Suntory Global Spirits is a world leader in premium spirits with beloved iconic brands, rooted in more than 200 years of heritage and craftsmanship. Our values are deep-rooted, and we aspire to live our purpose to ‘Inspire the Brilliance of Life’ in everything we do. Our ambition is to become the World’s Most Admired Premium Spirits Company. We want to be Most Admired not only for our incredible brands, but also for the brilliant experiences we foster, the ways in which we bring people together, the impactful marketing and innovation we deliver, and for the positive impact we have on the world around us. When you’re on our team, you can build a career of personal and professional growth across functions, business units and geographies. At Suntory Global Spirits, our employees work together to Unleash Their Spirit and realize their full potential each and every day.

Role Responsibilities

• Operate the warehouse forklift to “enter” “re-gauge” or unload new barrels.
• Perform pre-use checks on the forklift and replenish oil, fuel and fluids of the forklift as instructed.
• Must be able to unload new empty barrels at a minimum rate of 900 – 1400 (site specific) barrels per eight (8) hour day.
• At a minimum, must store barrels properly and neatly at a minimum rate of 900 barrels per eight (8) hour day in the correct bay and module.
• Must keep an exact log each day of number, locations of entries and on removal of barrels must follow inspection dates as requested.
  
  
  

Additional Role Responsibilities

• Must stage barrels so that truck can be unloaded without delay.
• Must be alert to any barrels not properly palletized which could cause problems in storage.
• Operator shall be especially watchful that pallets which have knotholes or other weakness are not used for this operation.
• Operator should report all problems with palletizer machine or forklift immediately to the supervisor.
• Ability to be certified for your department (if applicable)
• Sanitation duties to keep working area clean and organized always.
• Safety is everyone’s responsibility; identify risks and report violations, near misses, or injuries immediately.
• Knowledge of GMP’s, safety standards, quality standards and demonstrated ability to react and communicate effectively to issues.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Pre-Employment Criteria

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Average to above average attendance and performance/safety records
• PI Predictive Index Survey – evaluates behavioral traits (if required)
• Valid driver's license ( if applicable)
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Display a team work attitude
• Demonstrate the ability to read, write, and comprehend English with understanding as it relates to job tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop rapport with internal and external stakeholders
• Must be able to mount and dismount forklift.
• Must be able to work in high places.
  
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Roll 500 lb. barrels
• Lift 40 lbs. on a constant basis and 60 lbs occasionally from floor to shoulder height. When situations arise where you are required to lift more than 50lbs., It is recommended you use any Company provided equipment that you are qualified to operate, or the lift should be performed by two employees.
• Climb a minimum of two flights of stairs in succession
• Able to bend and stoop.
• Must be able to work in extremely hot, cold and dusty conditions.
• Ability to report to work and stay for duration of the day.
• Have acceptable (or corrected) visual acuity and depth perception. Have acceptable (or corrected) hearing.
  
  
  

Other

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This position is defined as a safety-sensitive position. Majority of the employee's responsibilities include operating a company provided forklift.

At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.