Forklift Operator – Warehouse & Material Handling

Central Garden & Pet Company; Eatonton (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee assistance program

Education assistance

Job summary

Central Garden & Pet Company in Eatonton, GA is seeking a Forklift Operator to transport raw materials and finished goods within the facility under the Shipping Manager's supervision. The role requires operating a forklift safely and assisting with shipping and receiving tasks.

The candidate will unload/load trucks, organize the warehouse, and maintain inventory accuracy while following safety protocols in a factory environment.

Qualifications

• Be able to lift 30-50 cartons.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Sign bills of lading for shipping and receiving materials after verifying material quantities and quality.
• Unload and load trucks per orders. Verify that all materials being shipped are in good condition before loading.
• Organize and clean the warehouse daily.
• Safely drive a forklift truck to move materials throughout the plant and warehouse.
• Transport finished goods from the line to the warehouse/truck and ensure the accuracy of inventory.
• Supply bagging operation with empty bags, pallet materials, and other raw materials as requested.
• Complete a daily maintenance checklist on the forklift and submit work requests to maintenance for completion.

Skills

Lifting 30-50 cartons

Independent work

Safety awareness

Job description

Central Garden & Pet Company in Eatonton, GA is seeking a Forklift Operator to transport raw materials and finished goods within the facility under the Shipping Manager's supervision. The role requires operating a forklift safely and assisting with shipping and receiving tasks.

The candidate will unload/load trucks, organize the warehouse, and maintain inventory accuracy while following safety protocols in a factory environment.