Forklift Operator

Sun Gro Horticulture; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (teledoc & FSA)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Spending Account

401k Match

Paid vacation

Floating days

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Awards

Job summary

Sun Gro Horticulture in Wisconsin is seeking a reliable Forklift Operator to safely load and unload products, perform monthly inventory counts, and complete shipping and receiving paperwork. The role demands adherence to safety procedures and daily forklift inspections.

You will maintain an orderly yard, work with truck drivers and office staff, and perform duties assigned by management. Fluency in English, attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to 70 lbs are essential.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to follow directions and safety procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of forklift operations and safe handling.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs regularly.
• Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to work in varying weather and yard conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and dependable work ethic.
• Must pass a drug screen and background check. This is a safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret bills of lading and load logs.
• Load and unload the correct product into trucks and trailers.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and file properly.
• Apply trailer safety devices (wheel chocks, safety chains, loading plates).
• Maintain a professional attitude with drivers and office staff.
• Keep the yard clean, safe, and organized.
• Operate the forklift safely and perform daily inspections.
• Perform monthly inventory counts and handle case goods.
• Perform additional duties assigned by management or team leaders.

Skills

Fluent English

Follow directions

Communication skills

Forklift operations

Lifting up to 70 lbs

Stamina - stand/walk

Weather/yard conditions

Attention to detail

Team player

Drug screen/background check

Safety sensitive

Job description

Sun Gro Horticulture is one of the most prominent North American horticultural companies, employing over 800 staff and serving customers worldwide. Since its humble beginnings in 1929, it has become the leading supplier of soilless growing mixes to North America’s top 100 greenhouse and nursery growers, shipping over 70,000 truckloads of product annually. Sun Gro products are made to exacting standards and conform to high product quality and performance criteria.

Sun Gro Horticulture recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. The primary goal of Sun Gro® is to promote individual employees’ sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with Sun Gro Horticulture. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at Sun Gro.

Role:

Forklift Operator

Job Summary:

The Forklift Operator is responsible for safely loading and unloading products into and out of various trucks and trailers using a forklift. The role includes completing shipping and receiving paperwork, checking shipments in and out, performing monthly inventory counts, handling case goods, and maintaining a clean and organized yard. The position also requires daily forklift inspections, adherence to all safety procedures, and completion of additional duties assigned by management or team leaders.

Job Responsibilities

• Read and interpret bills of lading and load logs
• Load and unload the correct product into trucks and trailers
• Complete all required paperwork accurately, including matching purchase orders and receiving documents, and placing paperwork in designated locations
• Apply required trailer safety devices (wheel chocks, safety chains, loading plates, etc.)
• Maintain a professional attitude when interacting with truck drivers and office personnel
• Keep the yard clean, safe, and organized
• Operate the forklift safely at all times and complete daily forklift inspections
• Perform monthly inventory counts and handle case goods as required
• Perform additional duties assigned by management or team leaders

Qualifications

• Fluent in verbal and written English
• Ability to follow direction and specific instructions
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of forklift operations and safe material handling practices
• Ability to safely perform lifting up to 70 lbs on a routine basis
• Comfortable with standing, walking, and operating equipment for extended periods
• Ability to safely operate equipment in varying weather and yard conditions
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and dependable work ethic
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
• This is a safety sensitive position

Benefits

• Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Employee Support and Mental Wellness
• Short term disability
• 401k Match
• Paid vacation
• Floating days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Engagement Events
• Awards and Recognition
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Perks & Discounts