Forklift Operator

About the role

GardenCore is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our team. This position involves operating a forklift in a rugged 50+ acre outdoor, paved and unpaved environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate stretch wrap machines, film roll up-enders, and extended boom arm forklift equipment
• Organize product on the yard according to inventory procedures
• Safely load product onto and unload product from flatbeds and box trailers
• Validate packing slips, ship tickets, and other delivery documentation by auditing, recording, and interpreting shipping documentation, weights & measures, labels, and production schedules
• Perform other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job as assigned

Requirements

• At least 2 years’ experience operating 5,000 lb forklift in an outdoor yard environment
• A high school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Ability to perform routine inspection, fueling & preventive maintenance duties (lubrication, cleaning, battery change)
• Read and write in English
• Math, communication, and comprehension skills to interface with transportation, dispatch, & direct trailer hitch operations
• Successfully pass internal Forklift Certification Training and demonstrate safety procedures

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 65 lbs.
• Extended standing, walking, sitting, bending, climbing, working inside and outside
• Use of fall protection equipment
• Working in sometimes dusty, hot and/or cold working conditions
• Sitting for extended periods
• Climbing up & down from cab heights
• Effective in extreme outdoor climate(s) - cold, heat, rain, fog

Pay and Benefits

• Hourly Rate of $17 per hour
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

What GardenCore Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About GardenCore

GardenCore is a leading U.S. manufacturer of lawn and garden consumables, offering a broad portfolio of mulch, soil, stone, and lime products. The Company has deep, long-standing partnerships with major home improvement retailers and garden centers, and delivers consistent, high-quality execution across large-scale private label and branded programs. The Company has over 1,400 employees and operates 58 manufacturing facilities across the United States. GardenCore is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.