Forklift Operator – Shipping & Inventory Clerk

SUNGRO HORTICULTURE; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Match

Paid vacation

Floating days

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Service Awards

Job summary

Sun Gro Horticulture is seeking a forklift loader to efficiently load and unload product, complete shipment paperwork, and conduct monthly inventory checks. The role requires lifting up to 70 lbs, operating forklifts safely, and collaborating with drivers and office staff to maintain orderly yard operations.

The position emphasizes a safety‑sensitive environment with on‑site work in a logistics setting, offering comprehensive health and retirement benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ experience in the field is a plus.
• Computer knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Read bills of lading and load logs to verify shipment details.
• Load correct product onto trailers and complete paperwork accurately.
• Match purchase orders and receiving docs; file correctly.
• Place safety devices on trailers before driving.
• Break down full pallets for partial loads as required.
• Maintain professional conduct with drivers and office staff.

Skills

Forklift operation

Bill of ladings reading

Logistics paperwork

Safety awareness

Professional demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer knowledge

Job description

Sun Gro Horticulture is seeking a forklift loader to efficiently load and unload product, complete shipment paperwork, and conduct monthly inventory checks. The role requires lifting up to 70 lbs, operating forklifts safely, and collaborating with drivers and office staff to maintain orderly yard operations.

The position emphasizes a safety‑sensitive environment with on‑site work in a logistics setting, offering comprehensive health and retirement benefits and paid time off.