Posted 25 days ago

Forklift Operator

Refresco
Pay $19.50 per hour
Location 2090 Bartow Rd, Lakeland, Florida, 33801, United States
Contract time Full time

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Rated 7.0 out of 10, based on 61 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

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  • Respectful managers
  • Uninterrupted breaks
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About Refresco

Refresco is a drinks manufacturer.

Job description from Refresco

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it's what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it's our people's too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what's best.

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

Shift Schedule is Monday to Friday with Occasional Saturdays

Starting Base Pay = $19.50/Hour, Shift Differential May Apply Depending Upon Shift Hired to:

- $1.00/Hour for 3rd Shift (10:00 PM to 6:30 PM)

- $0.75/Hour for 2nd Shift (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM)

Essential Job Functions:

  • Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and adhere to the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts).
  • Responsible for adhering to food quality and food safety guidelines per Refresco, Customer and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF) standards.
  • Load and unload raw materials from incoming trucks and transport them to designated areas. Validate quantities by use of Blind Count Sheets or use of SAP transactions performed on forklift computer.
  • Ability to use SAP database through Vehicle Mounted Units (VMUs) installed on forklifts.
  • Load/unload trucks and perform all other warehouse functions within SAP using the forklift VMU.
  • Ability to operate powered industrial trucks (PIT's) in a high paced environment and be in-house forklift certified.
  • Supply raw materials to the production lines as required.
  • Perform pre-trip forklift inspections and adhere to forklift battery or propane tank changing operations and safety procedures.
  • Perform any other driving activities as directed by leadership.
  • Clean/maintain work areas throughout the shift.
  • Represents the company in a positive manner at all times.
  • May have production machine operation duties.


Required Skills:

  • Capability to read and write job instructions in the specified acceptable language(s) for the location.
  • Must be able to perform basic computer functions.
  • Must demonstrate the basic operation of powered industrial trucks.
  • Must be forklift certified by an approved Refresco trainer.


Competencies:

  • Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues.
  • Technology: Familiarity with warehouse management software for tracking inventory and logistics.
  • Technology: Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data.
  • Cognitive: Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production.
  • Safety and Risk Management: Participation in safety audits and inspections to ensure a safe working environment.


Education and Experience:

  • High School Certification or equivalent (GED).
  • 3 years + work experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.


Working Conditions:

  • Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
  • Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise level requires hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot / and or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised.


Travel Requirements:

  • 0% travel anticipated.


A Career with Refresco

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, which include:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Legal Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
  • 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Paid Time Off
  • Well-being Benefits
  • Discount and Total Reward Programs


Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!

Any employment agency, person, or entity that submits a résumé to this career site or a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Refresco Beverages US, Inc. Refresco Beverages, US Inc. will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.

Third-Party Employment Agency Disclosure

Employment agencies that have agreements with Refresco Beverages US, Inc., and have been engaged in a search shall submit a résumé to the designated Refresco recruiter or, upon authorization, submit a résumé to this career site to be eligible for placement fees.

EEOC Statement

Refresco Beverages US, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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2090 Bartow Rd, Lakeland, Florida, 33801, United States

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What employees say

Pay

    Okay
  • Only some people get paid breaks

    Do forklift operators at Refresco get paid breaks?

    Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.

    How we know this

    67% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.

    Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

    Why this matters

    Good jobs pay you for your break time.

    You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.

  • Good
  • Most people get paid when they’re sick

    Does Refresco pay forklift operators when they’re sick?

    Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.

    How we know this

    67% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.

    Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

    Why this matters

    Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.

    But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.

Hours and flexibility

    Good
  • Easy to get time off

    How easy is it for forklift operators to get time off at Refresco?

    Most people find it easy to get time off.

    How we know this

    67% of people report it’s easy to get time off.

    Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.

  • Good
  • Most people find it easy to take sick days

    How easy is it for forklift operators to take sick days at Refresco?

    Most people find it easy to take sick days.

    How we know this

    67% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes.

    You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.

    A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.

Workplace

    Good
  • Most people get breaks without interruption

    Do forklift operators at Refresco get to take their breaks without interruption?

    Most people get breaks without interruption.

    How we know this

    83% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.

    Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

    Why this matters

    When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.

  • Okay
  • Some people are stressed out

    Is it stressful for forklift operators to work at Refresco?

    Some people feel stressed out here.

    How we know this

    67% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.

    Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

    Why this matters

    Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.

    Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.

  • Okay
  • Only some people recommend their team

    Do forklift operators at Refresco recommend working with their team?

    Only some people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    60% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

    Why this matters

    The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.

  • Good
  • Most people get enough training

    Do forklift operators get enough training when they start at Refresco?

    Most people got enough training when they started.

    How we know this

    100% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.

    Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.

    Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get support to advance

    Do forklift operators get support to advance at Refresco?

    Most people aren’t given support to advance their career here.

    How we know this

    In the last year, 100% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.

    Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good job should help you grow, if you want to.

    This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.

    This helps you build skills and earn more money.

  • Needs improving
  • Headquarters doesn't understand what's happening

    Do forklift operators think Refresco’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

    Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.

    How we know this

    100% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.

    Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

    Why this matters

    In a good job, the people running the organization should support the workers who do the hands-on work.

    To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.

    This is extra important when an organization has many different sites.

  • Okay
  • Only some people feel well informed by headquarters

    Do forklift operators feel well informed about how Refresco is doing?

    Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    67% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good employer shares news with all its workers.

    You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.

    Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.

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What Refresco employees say about their job

  • Best thing

    Convenience: close to home, easy

    Worst thing

    Boring, repetitive, not taken seriously for my age, work harder than operators who make well over $5 more an hour

    7.4

    Employee at Refresco, April 2026

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  • Best thing

    Not much

    Worst thing

    Being lie too,

    3.0

    Utility worker at Refresco, November 2024

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