Seasonal Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Marysville (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company in Marysville, OH is hiring a Forklift Operator to move, stack and count merchandise, unload shipments, locate storage, and prepare orders. This on-site role requires a valid forklift license, basic math skills, and 3–5 years of forklift experience.

You will inspect equipment, ensure accuracy, and maintain a clean work area in a fast-paced distribution setting. High school diploma or GED preferred, with weekly pay at an approximate rate of $21 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 3-5 years experience operating a forklift preferred.
• Must be able to do basic math functions (add/subtract/divide).
• Must be able to read orders for picking and staging of products.
• Must be able to complete the pre-shift inspection forms and pass forklift exams.

Responsibilities

• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
• Efficiently stack and store merchandise in the appropriate areas.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
• Report quality variances and pull/prepare product for shipment.
• Perform picking duties meeting customer service standards.
• Move product to rail cars or trailers as required.
• Operate forklift and other equipment safely using RF devices.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area and perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Keep records to ensure inventory control and assist in physical inventories.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Read orders

Pre-shift inspection

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift license

Scotts forklift exams

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.

The hourly rate pay for this position at Scotts will generally fall between $21.00 - 21.00 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a forklift or other equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may also be required to perform Order Filler and Checker duties.

What you'll do in this role:

• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
• Efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate areas.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
• Report quality variances.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
• Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.
• Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas into rail cars or trailers.
• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other power equipment.
• Use radio frequency equipment for picking, receiving, put away, and load functions, as required.
• Maintain the facility's equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• On a daily basis, inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
• Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained.
• Assist in physical inventories.
• Ensure proper stock rotation.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS Standards.

What you'll need to be successful:

• Preferred education level is a High School Diploma or GED.
• 3-5 years experience operating a forklift preferred.
• Must be able to do basic math functions such as adding, subtracting and dividing.
• Must be able to read orders for picking and staging of products.
• Must be able to complete the pre-shift inspection forms. Must be able to pass the Scotts forklift exams and obtain and maintain a valid operator's license

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.