Warehouse Forklift Operator — Fast-Paced, Growth-Focused

Hawthorne Gardening Co.; Marysville, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,174,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a Warehouse Associate to unload inbound shipments, move goods to storage locations, stage and load orders, and operate a forklift on a daily basis.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 3–5 years forklift experience, basic math, and the ability to read orders and perform pre-shift inspections. OSHA safety standards apply, with weekly pay and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• 3–5 years experience operating a forklift.
• Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, division).
• Ability to read and interpret picking/staging orders.
• Must complete pre-shift inspection forms and pass forklift exams.

Responsibilities

• Unload inbound shipments and move products to storage locations.
• Efficiently stack and store merchandise in appropriate areas.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and undamaged.
• Maintain inventory records and assist in physical inventories.
• Operate forklift, clamp truck, and other equipment safely.
• Use RF equipment for picking, receiving, put away, and load functions.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading orders

Basic math

Inventory control

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Radio frequency equipment

Job description

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking a Warehouse Associate to unload inbound shipments, move goods to storage locations, stage and load orders, and operate a forklift on a daily basis.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, 3–5 years forklift experience, basic math, and the ability to read orders and perform pre-shift inspections. OSHA safety standards apply, with weekly pay and a competitive hourly rate.