Forklift Operator

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Glenelg Parish; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro Company in New Brunswick is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate a forklift and related equipment to move, locate, stack and count merchandise. The role may also include Order Filler and Checker duties as required.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, at least 1 year of forklift experience, basic math skills, ability to read orders, complete pre-shift inspections, and to obtain/maintain a valid forklift license through Scotts exams.

Qualifications

• Preferred education level is a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have at least one year experience operating a forklift.
• Must be able to do basic math functions such as adding, subtracting and dividing.
• Must be able to read orders for picking and staging of products.
• Must be able to complete the pre-shift inspection forms.
• Must be able to pass the Scotts forklift exams and obtain and maintain a valid operator's license.

Responsibilities

• Yard cleanup
• Pile covering
• Load preparation
• Loading of product onto dry vans, containers and flatbed trailers
• Unloading of packaging and pallets

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1+ year forklift experience

Basic math

Read orders for picking

Pre-shift inspection forms

Forklift license/certification

Job description

Chez Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, nous cherchons sans relâche à repousser les limites de la performance de culture.

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.

Job Requirements

• Preferred education level is a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have at least one year experience operating a forklift.
• Must be able to do basic math functions such as adding, subtracting and dividing.
• Must be able to read orders for picking and staging of products.
• Must be able to complete the pre-shift inspection forms.
• Must be able to pass the Scotts forklift exams and obtain and maintain a valid operator's license.

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La société Scotts Miracle-Gro (NYSE: SMG) est le plus grand distributeur au monde de produits de marque pour pelouses et jardins, avec une gamme complète de produits pour l'horticulture professionnelle. Scotts Miracle-Gro a contribué à la croissance du marché mondial des pelouses et des jardins, qui représente près de 7 milliards de dollars, grâce à l'innovation de ses produits, à ses efforts publicitaires de premier plan et à ses marques de confiance.

Les marques et les produits de notre portefeuille comprennent: Scotts, Miracle-Gro, TomCat, Ortho, RoundUp, Bonnie Plants, Osmocote, Earthgro et Fafard.

Scotts est un employeur qui respecte l'équité en matière d'emploi.

Scotts Miracle-Gro Company (NYSE: SMG) is the world's largest marketer of branded consumer lawn and garden products, with a full range of products for professional horticulture as well. Scotts Miracle-Gro has helped to grow the nearly $7 billion global consumer lawn and garden market through product innovation, industry-leading advertising efforts and its trusted brands.

The brands and products within our portfolio include: Scotts, Miracle-Gro, TomCat, Ortho, RoundUp, Bonnie Plants, Osmocote, Earthgro and Fafard.

Scotts is an EEO Employer.

Scotts Canada Ltd., in St. Margaret's, NB, is seeking individuals interested in full-time employment within the Shipping Department. Normal hours of work are 07:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Yard cleanup
• Pile covering
• Load preparation
• Loading of product onto dry vans, containers and flatbed trailers
• Unloading of packaging and pallets

Applicants MUST

• Work in a safe manner and display a good attitude
• Have reliable transportation
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Be capable of working overtime
• Be capable of working in a dusty environment and in cold and hot conditions
• Be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
• Meet minimum performance standards
• Have experience in operating an articulated forklift, or be willing to be trained as an operator
• Have a Class 1 driver’s license OR be able to demonstrate competence operating a yard jockey with automatic transmission and air brakes
• No have physical restrictions limiting one’s ability to properly wear Personal Protective Equipment
• Provide a CPIC (Criminal Record) Check. Note: This is NOT a requirement for current Scotts Associates

Applicants MAY have to provide a driver’s abstract (driving record)

Bilingualism is an asset, but not a requirement.

Wages as per collective agreement

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