Receiving Forklift Operator - Cross-Dock & OTIF

Green Circle Growers; Oberlin (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Circle Growers is seeking a Cross Dock Crew member to handle inbound/outbound shipments, unload/load trucks, and verify quantities against purchase orders. You will participate in labeling, scanning, and storing goods while maintaining accurate inventory and safe workflow in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts and other equipment, coordinating with drivers and dispatch, and ensuring on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or relevant experience required.
• Prior warehouse, cross-dock, logistics, or freight handling experience preferred.
• Basic computer literacy or ability to learn scanning and warehouse systems.
• Experience operating a tow motor and other material handling equipment.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, including the ability to read and speak English.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or holidays as required by business volume.
• Must be at 18 years old and able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Unload and load trucks manually or using material handling equipment.
• Receive hard goods and live goods into the business system against purchase orders, and verify quantities and inbound quality.
• Sort, label, scan, handle, and store all inbound shipments.
• Report discrepancies and support corrective action for inbound shipments.
• Operate material handling equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts, tow motors) safely.
• Load outbound trucks in correct sequence to support on-time delivery (OTIF).
• Collaborate with drivers, dispatch, and warehouse teams to ensure timely movement of freight.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area meeting OSHA standards.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

Green Circle Growers is seeking a Cross Dock Crew member to handle inbound/outbound shipments, unload/load trucks, and verify quantities against purchase orders. You will participate in labeling, scanning, and storing goods while maintaining accurate inventory and safe workflow in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts and other equipment, coordinating with drivers and dispatch, and ensuring on-time delivery.