Operator, Forklift (Ft Madison)

Hawthorne Gardening Co.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 28,981 - 41,276; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Holidays

Vacation & sick time

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Wellness reimbursement

Fertility support

Family leave

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro's Ft. Madison facility is seeking an Operator, Forklift to move supplies, materials and products safely in a fast-paced setting, following all plant safety rules.

You will perform daily inspections, fuel changes, tag-out for repairs, manage paperwork for transfers and bills of lading, operate dock locks and chocks, and support inventory control with handheld scanners.

Qualifications

• Experience operating powered industrial trucks in a fast-paced facility.
• Ability to complete daily inspection checklists and basic repairs as needed.
• Accurate completion of paperwork for transfers, bills of lading, counts and reports.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate movement of supplies, materials, and products in the facility safely and efficiently.
• Complete daily inspection checklists, fuel changes, and tag-out for powered trucks.
• Process paperwork for transfers, bills of lading, counts, changeover data and damage reports.
• Operate dock locking mechanisms and chock trailers.
• Support inventory control using scanning equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Inventory systems

Tools

Handheld scanner

Job description

## Operator, Forklift (Ft Madison)Applylocations: Ft. Madison, IAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: R25659Here 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. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!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.In this role you will:* Responsible for facilitating 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.**What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):*** 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* To view all of our great benefits, click here!*\* Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.*Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent communities.Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.