Operator, Forklift (Ft Madison)

Hawthorne Gardening Co.; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Hawthorne Gardening Co. is offering an hourly role in Fort Madison, Iowa, focused on the safe and efficient movement of supplies and materials throughout the facility. Candidates will be responsible for operating plant inventory control systems and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

The position comes with a pay starting at $25.50 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, 401(k) match, and wellness reimbursements. Eligibility may vary based on employment status.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate dock locking mechanisms and trailers.
• Experience in safety adherence in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of plant inventory control systems.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate movement of supplies throughout the facility safely.
• Complete daily inspection checklists and operate powered industrial trucks.
• Accurately complete paperwork for internal transfers and documentation.

Job description

Here at Scotts Miracle‑Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job.

This hourly role follows the Scotts/Hawthorne step pay progression scale and typically starts at $25.50 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts/Hawthorne will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the movement of supplies, materials, and products throughout the facility in a safe and efficient manner while adhering to plant safety rules and programs in a fast‑paced environment.
• Complete daily inspection checklists, fuel changes, and tag‑out process for repair of powered industrial trucks if needed.
• Accurately complete and understand required paperwork for internal transfers, bills of lading, supply counts, changeover data, overage/shortage and damage reports, component verification sheets, and others as needed.
• Operate dock locking mechanisms, and chock and block trailers.
• Operate plant inventory control systems effectively and efficiently such as computer‑mounted and handheld scanning equipment.
• Support production and quality requirements by supplying materials and documentation needed for rework or trials.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date.
• Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support.
• 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting.
• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value.
• $600 annual wellness reimbursement program.
• Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy.
• Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family.

*Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full‑time/part‑time status or additional factors.

EEO Statement

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug‑free workplace. EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity notification to agencies: Please note that the Scotts Miracle‑Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle‑Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.