Forklift Operator: Fast-Paced Warehouse Pro with Growth

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Palmdale (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) company match

Stock purchase program

Wellness reimbursement program

Fertility support

Job summary

The Scotts Miracle‑Gro Company in Palmdale, FL is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate forklifts and move merchandise. You will perform order picking and staging, ensure accuracy, and support inventory control while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

This hourly role follows our pay progression and starts at $23.15 per hour, with weekly pay. OSHA/MSDS standards and a valid forklift license are required. We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have at least 1 year experience operating a forklift.
• Must be able to read orders for picking and staging of products.
• Must pass forklift exams and obtain and maintain a valid operator's license.

Responsibilities

• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
• Efficiently stack and store the 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 correct quantity and type.
• Perform picking duties to meet customer service standards.
• Move product from staging and storage into rail cars or trailers.
• Load/unload/move/stage product using a forklift or other equipment.
• Use RF equipment for picking, receiving, put away, and load functions.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a clean, orderly fashion.
• Inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift daily.
• Operate equipment safely following prescribed methods.
• Keep records to ensure tight inventory control and security.
• Assist in physical inventories.
• Ensure proper stock rotation.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Read orders

Pre-shift inspection

Forklift license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

The Scotts Miracle‑Gro Company in Palmdale, FL is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate forklifts and move merchandise. You will perform order picking and staging, ensure accuracy, and support inventory control while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

This hourly role follows our pay progression and starts at $23.15 per hour, with weekly pay. OSHA/MSDS standards and a valid forklift license are required. We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.