Niagara Bottling in Dallas is hiring a seasonal Night Shift Forklift Operator to join our dynamic warehouse team. This role is central to our operation, ensuring the smooth and safe movement of materials and finished products. If you are a certified forklift operator who values safety, precision, and being part of a fast-paced production environment, we have an essential spot for you on our night crew.
About the Role
At Niagara, we’re committed to producing high-quality bottled water efficiently and responsibly. As a Forklift Operator on our night shift, you will be a key player in our logistics, using onboard systems to manage inventory and keep our production lines moving. This seasonal position is perfect for a skilled operator looking for impactful work with a leading manufacturer, embodying our core values of safety, innovation, and empowerment.
Your Key Responsibilities
Your primary focus will be the safe and efficient operation of equipment to support our nightly operations.
- Safely operate a sit-down motorized forklift to load/unload trucks and transfer pallets of finished goods from production lines to warehouse locations.
- Navigate and follow instructions from the onboard Warehouse Management System (WMS) to ensure accurate product placement and retrieval.
- Plan material movements by reviewing production schedules to deliver supplies where and when they are needed.
- Maintain accurate inventory records in production areas by tracking usage and reporting any discrepancies immediately.
- Clear production areas by moving finished goods and empty pallets, keeping workspaces safe and organized.
- Perform routine equipment checks and basic preventive maintenance, reporting any mechanical issues promptly.
- Strictly adhere to all safety protocols, constantly watching for foot traffic and potential hazards in a busy warehouse environment.
- Document all movements and complete necessary logs for supplies, materials, and finished goods.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
We are looking for reliable candidates who meet the following requirements.
- A valid forklift certification is required.
- Proven ability to safely operate a sit-down motorized forklift in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
- Basic competency to navigate within a Warehouse Management System (WMS).
- A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
- A strong safety-first mindset and the ability to work independently during night shifts.
- Preferred (but not required): 2+ years of experience in a similar manufacturing/warehouse role and/or an Associate’s degree.
What We Offer
We look for team members who live by our LIFE values: Lead Like an Owner, InnovACT, Find a Way, and Empowered to be Great.
- A seasonal position with the potential for impact and learning within a major production facility.
- The opportunity to develop your skills in a high-tech, process-driven environment.
- A culture that prioritizes safety, continuous improvement, and open communication.
- For eligible employees, Niagara offers a comprehensive benefits package. Explore details at our careers site.
- A competitive hourly rate between $26.00 and $30.00.
External Application Process
For Current Niagara Employees: Please ensure you have (1) notified your supervisor, (2) completed your Career Profile in Workday, (3) completed your 90-day introductory period, and (4) have a performance review of “Achieves Expectations” or above if applicable.
For All Applicants:
If you are a certified operator ready for a key seasonal role, we encourage you to apply online through the Niagara Bottling careers portal. We appreciate your interest in driving our operations forward at our Dallas plant.
