JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with daily logistics operations including transportation, distribution, and inventory control.
• Operate a forklift in a safe and efficient manner in compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations.
• Load and unload trailers, materials, pallets, and products using forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Serve as back up forklift operator for logistics team when team members are off duty or on rest and meal breaks.
• Supply production lines with raw materials and remove finished goods.
• Move finished goods from the production area to the warehouse storage.
• Assist with general warehouse duties such as stacking, wrapping, labeling, and organizing inventory.
• Assist with warehouse operations, ensuring proper storage, handling, and dispatch of bottled water products.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, warehouse, and loading docks.
• Adhere to safety, sanitation, and quality control standards at all times
• Work closely with production, quality control, and shipping/receiving teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist the Senior Logistics Lead in supervising and mentoring logistics staff, ensuring training, compliance, and strong team performance.
• Assist in preparing reports on logistics performance and process improvement initiatives to senior leadership.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Solid understanding of warehouse and production workflows.
• Proven ability to safely operate sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts.
• Solid understanding of warehouse and production workflows.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills with experience managing teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• In-depth knowledge of logistics, supply chain operations, and transportation management.
• Proficiency in logistics software, inventory management systems, and MS Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in planning and execution.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while meeting strict deadlines.
• Efficiency in math, reading, communication, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow and provide effective verbal and written instructions.
• Self-motivated, goal oriented, and adaptable to change
• Ability to use basic mathematical skills including adding, subtracting, division, and multiplication.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree a plus
• Valid forklift certification/license (or ability to obtain within upon hire).
• Experience in the beverage or food manufacturing industry is a plus
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and other regulatory compliance standards
• 2 to 5+ years of experience logistics, supply chain, or warehouse

WORK CONDITIONS

• Onsite, 24-hour facility with multiple schedules
• Shifts: 1st: 6:00 am – 2:00 pm; 2nd: 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm; 2nd split: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Overtime if required and approved
• Flexibility needed for on-call and short-noticed work, weekend work, special events, or high-volume periods.
• General production facility environment, with driving, standing, and walking for long periods, with some sitting in between essential job activities.
• Ability to work extended hours or weekends during peak production and distribution periods.
• Frequent visits and interaction on the production floor with warehouse staff, drivers, and production teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Repetitive tasks for extended periods
• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Travel 10-50% required; primarily within local and Southeast regions, and other regions if needed, to participate in sales and marketing events.