Forklift Operator

ScottsMiracle-Gro • Palmdale, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Scotts Miracle-Gro is hiring a Forklift Operator for its team in Palmdale, Florida. This hourly role follows the Scotts step pay progression scale, typically starts at $23.15 per hour, and is paid weekly. Actual pay may depend on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

The Forklift Operator operates a forklift or other power equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The role is accountable for safe and efficient vehicle operation and may also include Order Filler and Checker duties.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience operating a forklift.
• Ability to perform basic math functions, including addition, subtraction, and division.
• Ability to read orders for picking and staging products.
• Ability to complete pre-shift inspection forms.
• Ability to pass the Scotts forklift exams and obtain and maintain a valid operator's license.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED is the preferred education level.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload inbound shipments and move products to storage locations.
• Stack and store merchandise in appropriate areas.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage, and report quality variances.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and type of products are loaded and shipped.
• Perform picking duties efficiently and in accordance with customer service standards.
• Move products from staging or storage areas into rail cars or trailers.
• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage products and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other power equipment.
• Use radio frequency equipment for picking, receiving, put away, and loading functions as required.
• Keep facility equipment, materials, and work areas neat, clean, and orderly.
• Inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment daily.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with prescribed work methods.
• Maintain appropriate records and reports to support inventory control and security.
• Assist with physical inventories and ensure proper stock rotation.
• Assist in maintaining warehouse security.
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety and comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Holidays, vacation, and sick time benefits available within a month of the 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% discount from market value.
• $600 annual wellness reimbursement program.
• Up to $30,000 to help cover fertility treatment, adoption, or surrogacy costs.
• Up to 18 weeks of time away to support a growing family.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED