Seasonal Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

At Scotts Miracle-Gro, each day brings new and exciting growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment. The hourly pay for this position is generally between $21.00 and $21.00 per hour, paid weekly. Actual pay may vary based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

About the role

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a forklift or other equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may also be required to perform Order Filler and Checker duties.

Responsibilities

• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
• Efficiently stack and store merchandise in the appropriate areas.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
• Report quality variances.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
• Perform picking duties efficiently to meet customer service standards.
• Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas into rail cars or trailers.
• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other power equipment.
• Use radio frequency equipment for picking, receiving, put away, and load functions as required.
• Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment on a daily basis.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
• Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee tight inventory control and security.
• Assist in physical inventories.
• Ensure proper stock rotation.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience operating a forklift preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, and dividing.
• Ability to read orders for picking and staging of products.
• Ability to complete pre-shift inspection forms.
• Ability to pass the Scotts forklift exams and obtain and maintain a valid operator’s license.